The Hell of '63 (2009)

When conditions are right, an infamous ice-skating race is held in the north of the Netherlands. The 200-km race must be completed by midnight and everyone who finishes receives a medal. This film is based on the facts of the fateful day in 1963 when thousands of skaters suffered frostbite and shocking injuries because of plunging temperatures and rough terrain. Only a small number would cross the finish line, but it would be a life-changing event for those who did.

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Summary Details
Earliest Release DateDecember 17, 2009 (Netherlands)
Running Time1 hr 48 min
GenresAdventure Comedy Drama History Sport
FilmmakersRole
Steven de Jong Director
Steven de Jong Writer
Maarten Lebens Writer
Jean Ummels Writer
Steven de Jong Producer
Klaas de Jong Producer
Ronald Schilperoort Composer
François Perrier Cinematographer
Sandor Soeteman Editor
Ruben Schwartz Production Designer
CastRole
Willeke van Ammelrooy
Moeder Will
Pierre Bokma
Commissaris der Koningin Harry Linthorst Homan
Dirk Zeelenberg
Telegraaf-journalist Jack
Chantal Janzen
Dieuwke