The Ball
De Bal
“Magic still exists ...”
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Besides the stray dog Mingus, 11 year old Sophia has no real friends. She is pushed around by the "Beastie boys", a gang of street kids who have built an entire camp in the trees of a junk yard. One day Sophia hears that the yard is ordered to be cut down by Carlow, the mayor. Mingus, who lives in the yard, will be taken away and put to sleep. Sophia is shocked but just then she meets a gypsy, who lends her an old leather ball. For five days only. The ball is alive and may just be able to help her saving the yard. And indeed the ball proves being an amazing character. It makes objects fly and communicates with Sophia through whistling, and successfully attacks Carlow's bodyguard "Sweetlove". Sophia is accepted in the gang. She realises that the ball might chase the mayor's men off the yard. Yet, Sophia discovers that even great magic sometimes has dark sides: when Sophia's new friend Romeo tries to kiss her, the ball grows jealous and turns vicious...
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About The Ball
“Magic still exists ...”
Besides the stray dog Mingus, 11 year old Sophia has no real friends. She is pushed around by the "Beastie boys", a gang of street kids who have built an entire camp in the trees of a junk yard. One day Sophia hears that the yard is ordered to be cut down by Carlow, the mayor. Mingus, who lives in the yard, will be taken away and put to sleep. Sophia is shocked but just then she meets a gypsy, who lends her an old leather ball. For five days only. The ball is alive and may just be able to help her saving the yard. And indeed the ball proves being an amazing character. It makes objects fly and communicates with Sophia through whistling, and successfully attacks Carlow's bodyguard "Sweetlove". Sophia is accepted in the gang. She realises that the ball might chase the mayor's men off the yard. Yet, Sophia discovers that even great magic sometimes has dark sides: when Sophia's new friend Romeo tries to kiss her, the ball grows jealous and turns vicious... Running 90 minutes.
The Ball Cast and Characters
The cast features Martje Ceulemans (as Sophia), Ernst Löw (as Sweetlove), Jonas De Ro (as Romeo), and Michaël Pas (as Vermeer). Their performances are a major reason The Ball has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch The Ball NowWhy People Are Watching The Ball
The Ball flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is a tone and style that's hard to find elsewhere. If you enjoy NL storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about The Ball
Where can I watch The Ball online for free?
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How long is The Ball?
The Ball runs for 90 minutes (about 1.5 hours).
Is The Ball good? What's the rating?
The Ball holds a 6.0/10 rating based on 2 reviews — a solid pick if the genre interests you.
Who is in the cast of The Ball?
The main cast includes Martje Ceulemans, Ernst Löw, Jonas De Ro, and Michaël Pas.
Is The Ball available in NL?
Yes — The Ball was originally produced in NL and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was The Ball released?
The Ball was released in 1999.
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What is The Ball about?
The Ball is a Family film. Besides the stray dog Mingus, 11 year old Sophia has no real friends. She is pushed around by the "Beastie boys", a gang of street kids who have built an entire camp in the trees of a junk yard. One day Sophia hears that the yard is ordered to be cut down by Carlow, the mayor. Mingus, who lives in the yard, will be taken away and put to sleep. Sophia is shocked but just then she meets a gypsy, who lends her an old leather ball. For five days only. The ball is alive and may just be able to help her saving the yard. And indeed the ball proves being an amazing character. It makes objects fly and communicates with Sophia through whistling, and successfully attacks Carlow's bodyguard "Sweetlove". Sophia is accepted in the gang. She realises that the ball might chase the mayor's men off the yard. Yet, Sophia discovers that even great magic sometimes has dark sides: when Sophia's new friend Romeo tries to kiss her, the ball grows jealous and turns vicious...
When was The Ball released?
The Ball was released on October 14, 1999. It has a runtime of 1h 30m.
Who stars in The Ball?
The Ball stars Martje Ceulemans, Ernst Löw, Jonas De Ro and Michaël Pas. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is The Ball available in HD?
Yes, The Ball is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.