Until We Fall Apart

Until We Fall Apart is an intimate portrait of the Andries family: ten siblings who live in ten houses next to each other with gardens seamlessly connected.

Well into their seventies through nineties, the brothers and sisters continue to care for one another with unwavering devotion. Nevertheless the once unshakable family bond slowly begins to fade. When one brother dies, they are confronted with the reality that they will eventually have to let go of their unique way of living.

Until We Fall Apart is Philippe Niclaes’ second feature film. Like his first film, As Long As We Can, Philippe wants to tell a story that is locally anchored but at the same time is very universal: a film about the importance of a social network, the role of family ties and the reality of transience.

Creative documentary film

Length: 81 minutes — Post-production — Language: Dutch — Director: Philippe Niclaes - Partners: Flanders Audiovisual Fund (VAF), VRT, Beside Tax shelter