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Key Features:
Dysfunctional relationships, Manipulation, Cynicism, Exploitation, Social commentary, Gritty realism, Underground culture, Dark humor, Moral decay, Provocative, Nudity-moderate, Violence-moderate, Drug use
Tone:
cynical, gritty, ironic
Target Audience:
Cynical viewers, Fans of transgressive cinema, Viewers interested in social commentary
Emotional Arc:
Intrigue → Disgust → Despair

Ex Drummer

2007-01-31
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Three handicapped losers who form a band ask famous writer Dries to be their drummer. He joins the band and starts manipulating them.

Genres
Comedy, Crime, Drama, Thriller
Cast
Dries Vanhegen, Norman Baert, Gunter Lamoot, Sam Louwyck, François Beukelaers, Bernadette Damman, Joris Van Der Speeten, Nancy Denijs, Nomie Visser, Dolores Bouckaert
Crew
Koen Mortier, Koen Mortier, Koen Mortier
Rating
6.8(228 votes)
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