Erik Lamens

Erik Lamens, an audacious voice in Belgian cinema, was born in 1954 in Antwerp, Belgium. His directorial career spans from the late 1980s to the present day, with a focus on drama and thriller genres, his most renowned work being the controversial "SM-rechter" (2009), which received the Grand Prix at the Festival de l'Alpe d'Huez. Lamens' style is marked by his bold storytelling, often exploring themes of human rights and societal taboos, that engages viewers intellectually and emotionally. Beyond his films, Erik Lamens is a relentless pursuer of truth, courageously spotlighting the unconventional and uncomfortable aspects of life through his lens.