De Zevende Hemel (Blu-ray)
An emotional musical journey about family, love, and saying goodbye, now on crisp Blu-ray.
De Zevende Hemel (The Seventh Heaven) is a heartwarming, typically Dutch musical drama featuring an all-star cast. For twelve euros, it offers an emotional movie night, provided you enjoy classic Dutch pop songs reinterpreted and a healthy dose of sentiment.
Reasons to buy
- Strong Dutch star cast including Huub Stapel and Noortje Herlaar
- Familiar Dutch pop songs beautifully integrated into the story
- Sharp image quality and clear audio on Blu-ray
- Very affordable price for a physical movie night
Watch-outs
- The plot sometimes leans heavily on clichés and melodrama
- If you don't like musicals or singing characters, this film isn't for you
An emotional family drama with a musical twist
De Zevende Hemel tells the story of Maria Rossi, who runs a successful Italian restaurant with her husband Max. When she receives devastating news, she tries to bring her fractured family together one last time. What makes this film unique is that the emotions and conflicts are expressed through well-known Dutch pop songs by artists like Nick & Simon, Boudewijn de Groot, and André Hazes.
Picture and sound on Blu-ray
Although the film doesn't feature massive Hollywood special effects, this Blu-ray release from WW Entertainment benefits from a crisp transfer. The warm colors of the atmospheric restaurant and the musical numbers pop off the screen. The soundtrack also shines thanks to the DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 track, which is essential for a music-driven film like this.
Frequently asked questions
Is this movie suitable for the whole family?
The film has a 6+ age rating due to some emotional and mature themes like illness and family conflict, but it is generally very accessible.
Which Dutch songs are featured in the movie?
You will hear covers of famous classics such as 'Laat Me' by Ramses Shaffy, as well as songs by Marco Borsato, De Dijk, and others.
Where to buy
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