Monday Morning Maybe

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Man of Steel

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1999 | 85 min | Fantasy, Drama, Family, Romance

Monday Morning Maybeearly rating

Why it’s a Monday Morning Maybe

With a box office flop and almost no lasting buzz, this one could be a tough watch. Keep your phone handy.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for romantics, fantasy fans and families. If you loved Pleasantville or Bambi, start here.
The mood
Warm and romantic, feel-good.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 25 min.
What might put you off
  • No age rating on record, so check it first for young kids.
  • It's in Dutch, so expect subtitles (or a dub).

A romantic and funny coming-of-age story. Victor, a 13-year-old boy, is desperately looking for his First Kiss. When that First Kiss comes too close, Victor seeks refuge in his imagination, becoming the Man of Steel who has no emotions, because tears will make him rust. But no Man of Steel can resist Fania, a 13-year-old girl, for very long.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsNot counted

    Not enough reviews on record yet

  • AudiencesNot counted

    Not measured yet: not enough ratings

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Reach & staying powerWeak

    Streaming release that reached a small audience so far

  • Buzz & cultural impactWeak

    Not enough engagement data yet

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Cast & crew

Directed by Vincent Bal

  • Ides MeireVictor
  • Charlotte De RuytterFania
  • Peter GorissenVictor's Uncle
  • Katelijne DamenVictor's Aunt
  • Tania GarbarskiConchita
  • Gene BervoetsVictor's father
  • Marijke PinoyVictor's mother
  • Peter van den EedeFania's father
  • Wim OpbrouckPortier
  • Jenny TangheForewoman