Bullhead

Director: Michaël R. Roskam
Actors: Matthias Schoenaerts, Jeroen Perceval, Jeanne Dandoy
PlotJacky Vanmarsenille, a cattle farmer from Flanders, struggles with the psychological and physical impacts of a traumatic childhood incident that left him reliant on hormone treatments. As part of his business, Jacky gets involved in the illegal hormone trade to boost livestock productivity. An encounter with a shady vet ropes him into dealings with a notorious West Flanders beef trader. As tensions rise, Jacky becomes increasingly conflicted and violent, struggling to maintain control over his complex life.
The situation escalates when an undercover cop is murdered, drawing federal investigators to probe the unregulated hormone market. Jacky’s past surfaces when he reconnects with Lucia, a woman linked to his trauma, evoking emotions he thought were buried. With mounting pressure from both criminals and police, Jacky faces critical choices that will determine his future. The story unfolds into a gripping examination of power, corruption, and identity.
Writers: Michaël R. Roskam
Release Date: 02 Feb 2011
Runtime: 129 min
Rating: R
Country: Belgium, Netherlands
Language: Flemish, French, Dutch
Home Video Reviews
"Bullhead" is a deeply engrossing character drama that combines top-notch direction, writing, and acting with noteworthy audio and video quality, delivering a powerful, long-lasting impact. Highly recommended.
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