About the Film
After his wife Marjan has died in a car crash, Philip de Wit becomes a total wreck. Only after months does he return to a more or less normal life and even then he only works in his wife's bookstore. A year later Eileen walks in the store, a girl from Northern Ireland with her baby in her arms. When Philip sees her, he's dumbfounded, for she's the spitting image of his dead wife. Obsessed with her, he goes and tries to find her again, but he soon finds out that he's not the only one who's looking for Eileen.
✨ The Watchlist Wizard Verdict
The Vibe: Looking for Eileen is a emotionally complex and thought-provoking drama and romance and thriller movie from 1987. Directed by Rudolf van den Berg, and starring Thom Hoffman, Lysette Anthony, Marijke Veugelers After his wife Marjan has died in a car crash, Philip de Wit becomes a total wreck.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 6.5/10, Looking for Eileen retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its unique premise and stylistic choices.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for viewers who appreciate deep character studies and powerful performances. If you enjoy movies that blends drama with romance elements, Looking for Eileen deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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