Here are the 5 best films that were shot in Brussels
Updated on July 31, 2022 by Pierre
The best films that were made in the streets of Brussels
You love cinema and want to share a good time of entertainment with your family or in the company of friends. You want to see an exciting film, steeped in the wonders of the city of Brussels, so attractive for filming. For this purpose, you are looking for the best films that were shot in Brussels.
So you've come to the right place at the right time to find exactly what you need. Indeed, this Belgian capital city records hundreds of quality films every year thanks to its socio-cultural treasures. This is why this article is specifically for you, to take you on a discovery of the world of these various shows.
So keep reading to dive deeper into the subject.
Top 5 of the best films that were shot in Brussels
As already mentioned, films are shot in almost every street in Brussels. You will find everything there, from small films to the most famous productions, passing by the confidential ones which obviously highlight the emblematic places.
So we've compiled the best movies with compelling stories to guide you in your choice. We can cite among others:
1- Picture
This is the story of an ambitious young girl, Eva Hendrickx, the journalist. She was hired to work with a TV crew from the legendary Herman Verbeeck.
This young girl is very enterprising to make her documentary on the red light districts of Brussels while violence is raging throughout the city. µ
But, unfortunately, a man named Lahbib leads him astray and eventually introduces him to his harsh and complex world. We invite you to watch the rest of this magical and instructive film.
2- The invader
It's a film by Nicolas Provost starring Stefania Rocca. It tells the story of a man, Amadou, who, in his search for happiness, soon finds himself in utter despair.
Stranded on a beach in southern Europe, Amadou would like to go to Brussels, where he thinks he will find a better life. But things don't happen that way. Exploited by traffickers, he has no hope.
The rest of this story will tell you about Amadou's misadventure with a businesswoman. This situation of a deceptive savior has plunged the world of man back into darkness.
3- Daens
In this film, you will discover the emancipation of the working class. Father Adolf Daens was a champion of workers' rights in the city of Aalst, where he championed the cause of the workers.
He then became a witness and a major player in the upheavals that marked the birth of the industrial era. This film is what you need to know about the rapid development of the industry.
4- Loft
Know the dangers around you and be as careful as possible to protect your life. This is the lesson that this story teaches you. This is the secret of five married men who share a loft where they receive their lovers in peace. One winter morning, unfortunately, they discover the naked corpse of one of the young girls… the unimaginable has happened, how to deal with it?
5- JCVD (the movie)
Share the most convivial moments with your companions in a comfortable atmosphere with a romantic film. An impressive performance by a man named Jean-Claude Damme in a hopeless situation, both financially and familially.
He oscillates between his tax problems and the legal battle with his wife. Indeed, you will discover that life is full of surprising things.
6 – Dikkenek 2006
If you've never seen Dikkenek, you should know that it's the quintessential Brussels film. That's why it was filmed in Brussels. You'll see Place Poelaert, the Anderlect slaughterhouses, and also Rue Royale. Get your dictionary of Belgian expressions ready ; the film is full of them.
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