About Erik Van Looy
Born 1962. Erik Van Looy is a Belgian film director, screenwriter, television presenter, director and actor, known for Loft (2008 film), The Loft (2012 film) and The Memory of a Killer.
Erik Ludovicus Maria Van Looy (; born 26 April 1962) is a Belgian film director known for his thriller movies.
Van Looy is also a popular television host in Flanders who hosts De Slimste Mens ter Wereld (The Smartest Person on Earth), and has hosted De Pappenheimers. The former is a television show aired on VIER where Van Looy and his team of comical judges are on a quest to find the world's smartest person, i.e., the one who has the best knowledge of politics, history, arts, sports, media and film.
Awards and recognition
His most famous films The Alzheimer Case and Loft have been widely appreciated by Flemish audiences as well as Flemish critics, with Loft even selling the most admission tickets of any Flemish film in theaters to date. A remake Loft produced in the Netherlands was also a success. This resulted in an American remake, which was again highly praised by Flemish audiences and critics, but not by American critics.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Erik Van Looy?
Belgian film director
When was Erik Van Looy born?
Erik Van Looy was born on 26 April 1962 in Antwerp, Belgium.
What is Erik Van Looy's occupation?
Erik Van Looy is a film director, screenwriter, television presenter, director and actor.
What is Erik Van Looy known for?
Erik Van Looy is known for Loft (2008 film), The Loft (2012 film) and The Memory of a Killer.
What nationality is Erik Van Looy?
Erik Van Looy is Belgian.
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