On the canals of Groningen, 70-year-old Rita has kept a tradition alive: hosting spirited klaverjas card tournaments on her houseboat Kareltje. Her home, marked by a tragic past, has become a warm gathering place filled with community, stories, and even its own carefully chosen soundtrack. Rita welcomes anyone willing to play—so long as you don’t cancel last minute and can accept defeat with grace. This intimate graduation documentary paints a portrait of a woman whose passion for cards brings people together, proving that sometimes the real game is about connection rather than winning.
A film by: Sanne Schoemaker
Year of release: 2024
Duration: 14 min
Genre: Short documentary
Language: Dutch
Subtitles: English
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