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Black Book

2006 · 145 min · Director: Paul Verhoeven

Black Book (2006) is a thriller drama, directed by Paul Verhoeven. It stars Carice van Houten and Sebastian Koch. It unfolds against the backdrop of World War II. The 145-minute film holds an audience score of 7.5/10.

What Black Book Is About

Paul Verhoeven's 2006 film follows a Jewish singer who joins the resistance in occupied Holland. She is asked to get close to a German officer. Who is on which side becomes unclear. The film does not present the resistance as faultless either; the narrative also works the postwar reckoning. Carice van Houten leads. It marked the director's return to Holland. It draws on real events. Who it's for: those who like wartime thrillers. Who it's not for: viewers troubled by sexual violence and humiliation; the film includes them directly.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Black Book about?

Paul Verhoeven's 2006 film follows a Jewish singer who joins the resistance in occupied Holland. She is asked to get close to a German officer.

Where can I watch Black Book?

Black Book is available to watch on digital platforms such as Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is Black Book?

Black Book runs for 145 minutes (2h 25m).

When did Black Book come out?

Black Book was released in 2006.

Who directed Black Book?

Black Book was directed by Paul Verhoeven.

Who stars in Black Book?

Black Book stars Carice van Houten, Sebastian Koch, Thom Hoffman, Halina Reijn.

What is Black Book's rating?

Black Book holds 7.7/10 on IMDb and 7.5/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 76 out of 100.

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