Shit Happens 2019
"You Can't Choose Your Family"
Family secrets bubble to the surface in *Shit Happens (2019)*, a poignant yet darkly humorous Dutch drama directed by Anna van der Heide.
Director: Anna van der Heide
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shit Happens (2019) about?
*Shit Happens (2019)* follows the Liefhebber family as illness forces them to face their fractured relationships and hidden regrets. What starts as a private crisis spirals into a reckoning with their shared past, testing their bonds in unexpected ways.
Who directed Shit Happens?
The film was directed by Anna van der Heide, known for her ability to blend humor and drama in emotionally layered stories.
Who stars in Shit Happens?
The cast includes Jeroen Krabbé, Beppie Melissen, Hadewych Minis, Guy Clemens, and Theo Maassen, delivering performances that balance humor and heartache.
Is Shit Happens (2019) worth watching?
As a drama-comedy with universal themes, *Shit Happens (2019)* is worth a watch for fans of character-driven stories. Its blend of humor and emotional depth makes it engaging, even if it doesn't shy away from hard truths about family.
How long is Shit Happens?
The film has a runtime of 96 minutes.
About Shit Happens (2019) — A Dysfunctional Family Comedy-Drama with Heart and Hard Truths
Family secrets bubble to the surface in *Shit Happens (2019)*, a poignant yet darkly humorous Dutch drama directed by Anna van der Heide. When the patriarch of the Liefhebber clan faces a serious illness, each member is forced to confront long-buried resentments, personal flaws, and the messy, unbreakable ties that bind them. What follows is a raw, heartfelt exploration of love, fear, and the chaos that erupts when life's fragile balance is disrupted.
Set against a backdrop of strained relationships and unexpected revelations, the film balances sharp comedic moments with tender vulnerability. Featuring standout performances from Jeroen Krabbé, Beppie Melissen, and Hadewych Minis, *Shit Happens (2019)* crafts a relatable portrait of a family learning that imperfection is part of the human experience.