The Absentee (1913) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
The Absentee (1913) — Dries, a farmer and a widower, lives with his mother-in-law Grietje and his son Peter.
The Absentee (1913) Storyline
Dries, a farmer and a widower, lives with his mother-in-law Grietje and his son Peter. He falls in love with Minna, a widow, and marries her despite the opposition of his family and friends. In anger his son Peter leaves home to enlist, while Grietje takes up her residence in another cottage. Six years pass, during which Grietje becomes acquainted with Minna's daughter Dina. Peter falls ill in Sumatra, but after falling in love with Dina, through the medium of photographs, he recovers and is drafted home again to Holland. He meets Dina and the two find that they truly love.
Full Cast & Crew
- Henri Étiévant as Dries Schoonejans
- Henri Rollan as Peter Schoonejans
- Jeanne Grumbach as Schoonmoeder Grietje / Mother-in-law Grietje
- Germaine Dermoz as Minna Petrus
- Raymonde Dupré as Dina
- Henri Collen
Why Watch The Absentee?
The Vibe: The Absentee is a emotionally complex and thought-provoking drama movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 1913. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 5/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for viewers who appreciate deep character studies and powerful performances. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with drama-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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