Seven young men who played soccer together since their early youth grow apart and are forced to think about the nature of their friendship. In a comic way and a very Dutch setting, All Stars is about pregnant girlfriends and homosexuality, career plans and the power of parents.
Acting
Cast chemistry that feels like actual shared history.
Writing
Dutch directness: feelings buried under banter and beer.
Direction
Van de Velde balances cringe comedy with genuine ache.

Director
Jean van de Velde
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Spawned a Dutch phenomenon: two sequels, a TV series, and 'All Stars' became shorthand for male friend groups confronting their feelings.
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