Beyond Silence

Directed by Marnie Blok

2025

Drama

17 min

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Netherlands

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Color

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Dutch

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Synopsis

Two women, two generations, one shared trauma. One has been silent for over thirty years, the other for ‘only’ a year and a half. Where one retreats further into silence after a confrontation, the other finds the courage to break it.

Achievements

Best Narrative Short at Tribeca and Best Narrative Short at Palm Springs Shortfest

Quotes

"Covering an enormous subject with beautiful minimalism. Brilliant performance, raw and devastating. Impressive and emotional." - Tribeca Film Festival jury statement

Festivals

2025

  • Tribeca Film Festival | Shorts Competition • Best Narrative Short
  • Palm Springs International Shortfest | Best International Short • Best International Short, Special mention for Best Acting
  • Manhattan Short Film Festival | Finalist • Nomination for Best Acting
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Cast & Crew

Cast:
Henrianne Jansen, Tamar van den Dop, Sigrid ten Napel
Script:
Marnie Blok
Cinematographer:
Myrthe Mosterman
Editor:
Annelien Van Wijnbergen
Sound design & mix:
Evelien Van Der Molen
Music:
Joris Oonk
Producer:
Ellen Havenith
Production Company:
PRPL

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