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Willemiek Kluijfhout
NL BE 2012 58' 73'
⚬ Food ⚬ Green ⚬ Science & Technology
The ultimate film about the life and food of this popular shellfish. Much more than just a starter, their glue is also used by gynecologists to save unborn babies. Experience the full spectrum of mussels through the eyes of passionate enthusiasts. Shot on 35mm, spiced with underwater images by marine biologist Jean Painlevé.
Director | Willemiek Kluijfhout |
Producer | Reinette Van de Stadt |
Production Company | Trueworks |
Cinematography | Remko Schnorr |
Editors | Dieter Diependaele, Govert Janse |
Music | Tuur Florizoone |
CPH:DOX 2012 |
IDFA 2012 |
Full Frame 2013 |
Berlinale 2013 |
Wisconsin FF 2013 |
Jeonju IFF 2013 |
Seattle IFF 2013 |
Helsinki IFF 2013 |
| Runtime | 58' 73' |
| Spoken Languages | Dutch |
| Production Countries | Netherlands, Belgium |
| Original Format | 35mm |
MUSSELS IN LOVE is Willemiek Kluijfhout’s (1971) first feature-length film. A Philosophy graduate of the University of Amsterdam and of the Dutch Film & Television School in documentary filmmaking, Willemiek has directed several highly acclaimed documentaries and award winning fiction-shorts that have been shown on television and at several international film festivals, such as BALL POSSESSION which won two nominations at the New York City Short Film Festival.
