Spetters (1980)

6.6R120 minDirector: Paul Verhoeven

1980 Dutch film

Spetters (English translation: Splashes) is a Dutch film directed by Paul Verhoeven. The film follows the lives of three young men who have little in common but their love for dirt-bike racing. Set on the outskirts of Rotterdam, the film depicts three characters who are hoping to escape a dead-end, working-class existence.

The film was a small success in the United States, and it helped launch the Hollywood careers of Verhoeven and some of the actors, including Jeroen Krabbé, Rutger Hauer and Renee Soutendijk.

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What is Spetters about?
Spetters (1980) — Three young Dutch amateur dirt bike motorcycle racers each fall in love with a young woman who, with her brother, works at a concession stand at the races. Everyone is looking for a better life. The young woman wants out of the business and away from her brother. The motocross ra
Is Spetters based on a true story?
See the production background and source material details on the official Wikipedia article.
Is Spetters scary?
Content rating: R. See the reviews tab for parental guidance and tone notes.
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