Top Cast
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Yardeen Roos
Heleen
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Joep Vermolen
Matthijs
Overview
During a meditative dance session in the Dutch dunes an ill woman becomes completely absorbed in her own memories and reflects on her choice not to undergo any medical treatments. 'Engulf' is based on the true story of the director's late grandmother.
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