To Play or to Die
1990, Dutch. Directed by Frank Krom.
In this short motion picture, schoolboy Kees is intelligent, introvert and sensitive, but gets ridiculed verbally and physically at an all-boys school by mindlessly cocky class mates and even insensitive teachers, especially in gym, where his physical weakness is mercilessly abused to make him a defenceless laughing stock in front of his smirking peers. His awakening sexual interest goes to boys, and in particular to Charel, a beautiful athletic classmate who probably feels an undetermined interest but would never risk admitting (possibly not even to himself) having any gay or bi appreciation, least of all for a 'sissy', and thus remains unresponsive to shy Kees' overtures. When the hunk finally comes over to Kees' place while his parents are away, a desperate disappointment with a tragical twist is in the making…
- Runtime
- 0h 48m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Dutch
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Frank KromDirector
- Geert HunaertsKees
- Tjebbo GerritsmaCharel
- Simon GriblingMath. Teacher
- Joost HienenCharel's friend
- Cock van der LeeCharel's friend
- Diane LensinkMother
- Titus MuizelaarPhys. Ed. Teacher
- Mike StarinkCharel's friend
- Wim van der GrijnFather
- Hilde Van MieghemFrench Teacher
- Marc van UchelenCharel's friend
Details
- Released
- 22 September 1990
- Original title
- Spelen of sterven
- Country
- Netherlands
- Written by
- Frank Krom, Anne van de Putte
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To Play or to Die: quick answers
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How long is To Play or to Die?
To Play or to Die runs 48 minutes (0h 48m).
Does To Play or to Die have a post-credits scene?
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To Play or to Die parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
To Play or to Die is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is To Play or to Die on?
To Play or to Die isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like To Play or to Die?
If you liked To Play or to Die, try Pretty Boy, The Little Prince(ss), Just Charlie.
Who directed To Play or to Die?
To Play or to Die (1990) was directed by Frank Krom and stars Geert Hunaerts, Tjebbo Gerritsma, Simon Gribling.