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the Detour 2000

98 min📅 2000-01-01

"...or how I learned to love Thomas Bernhard"

Directed by Frouke Fokkema, *The Detour (2000)* is a poignant European drama that follows Joanna, a young woman reeling from a painful breakup and searching for meaning.

Director: Frouke Fokkema

Cast

Tamar van den Dop
Tamar van den Dop
Joachim Bißmeier
Joachim Bißmeier
Thom Hoffman
Thom Hoffman
Therese Affolter
Therese Affolter
Inge Rosenberg
Inge Rosenberg
Jan Decleir
Jan Decleir
Marlies Heuer
Marlies Heuer
Peer Mascini
Peer Mascini
Halina Reijn
Halina Reijn
Liz Snoijink
Liz Snoijink

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Detour (2000) about?

*The Detour (2000)* follows Joanna, a young woman reeling from a breakup, as she seeks meaning in the works of Austrian playwright Thomas Bernhard. Her journey takes her through Europe, blending introspection with the search for love and purpose.

Who directed the Detour?

Frouke Fokkema directed *The Detour (2000)*, crafting a visually and philosophically rich drama.

Who stars in the Detour?

The cast includes Tamar van den Dop, Joachim Bißmeier, Thom Hoffman, Therese Affolter, and Inge Rosenberg.

Is the Detour (2000) worth watching?

Though unrated, *The Detour (2000)* offers a slow-burning, thought-provoking experience for fans of literary dramas. Its themes of resilience and introspection make it a standout in the romance genre.

How long is the Detour?

The runtime is 98 minutes.

About The Detour (2000) — A Thoughtful Romance on Self-Discovery and Literary Inspiration

Directed by Frouke Fokkema, *The Detour (2000)* is a poignant European drama that follows Joanna, a young woman reeling from a painful breakup and searching for meaning. After a stint at a Rotterdam shelter, she finds solace in the works of Austrian playwright Thomas Bernhard, whose philosophical musings resonate deeply with her. A chance invitation to the French Pyrenees leads Joanna on a transformative journey of self-discovery, blending quiet introspection with the raw beauty of landscapes. This intimate film explores themes of love, loss, and the search for purpose, wrapped in a contemplative atmosphere that lingers long after the credits roll.

Starring Tamar van den Dop, Joachim Bißmeier, and Thom Hoffman, *The Detour (2000)* is a character-driven romance that weaves literature and existentialism into a subtle yet powerful narrative. The movie captures the quiet resilience of its protagonist as she navigates heartbreak and solitude, all while grappling with the haunting ideas of Bernhard's work.