TV series - 2005 - 7x50'
screenwriter
Robert Alberdingk Thijm
director
Norbert ter Hall
production
Bosbros
co-production
VARA, NPS, VPRO
Executive producer
Willy Waltz International
In a rapidly changing world, a small family circus strives to stay afloat. The survival instinct of circus people seems indestructible. They are willing to do anything to maintain their circus dream. What is stronger: the harsh reality or the fantastical illusion of the ring?
Volkskrant
'A King Lear in the sawdust.'
NRC
'Most physical Dutch family drama ever. Grotesque and intense. Penetratingly acted, breathtakingly told.'
PAROOL
'This is one of the best television drama made in recent years.'
De Telegraaf
'WALTZ tells an impressive story of our time.'