- In "Boris", Jeroom Snelders, Flanders' most famous cartoonist known for his stoic attitude, reveals his most vulnerable side. He embarks on a road trip through Canada with his two best friends to scatter the ashes of his brother, Boris.
- In "Boris," Jeroom Snelders, Flanders' most famous cartoonist known for his stoic attitude and dark humor, reveals his most vulnerable side. He embarks on a road trip through Canada with his two best friends, Jonas and Bockie, in a slightly oversized camper and armed with a 1997 Lonely Planet guidebook. Their goal is to travel to the most beautiful spot in Canada to scatter the ashes of Jeroom's brother, Boris.
When Jeroom was a teenager, his older brother Boris was diagnosed with a rare cancer. Boris had planned to take a trip through Canada once he was cured, but fate had other plans. Now, 25 years later, Jeroom wants to honor his brother by fulfilling that trip. Jeroom is accompanied by his two best friends, comedic partner Jonas Geirnaert and foodie/internet phenomenon Bockie De Repper, who serve as his emotional Sherpas.
Their journey begins at Cape Spear, the easternmost point of Canada, takes them from the east coast to the west coast, and culminates in a grueling trek to Boris' final destination. Along the way, they go rafting on muddy rivers, visit Canada's ugliest wax museum, lose the deposit on their camper, catch monstrous fish, and test bear spray, but most importantly, they forge new bonds of brotherhood. In between the adventures, the viewer not only gets to know the trio better but also witnesses a poignant portrayal of Boris' rich life up until his untimely death.
This story is depicted through various artifacts from Boris' life, such as cassettes, slides, concert tickets, and handwritten letters from Boris to the Canadian punk band NoMeansNo, which Jeroom gradually shares with his friends. A carefully curated selection from music aficionado Boris' record collection serves as the soundtrack of the series. Finally, Boris also comes alive through the heartfelt conversations Jeroom had with people who were closest to his brother at the time: his friends, youth leaders, ex-lovers, and his own mother.
Despite the emotional story of Jeroom's farewell to his brother, "Boris" is far from a depressing watch. It is rather a celebration of life and an ode to brotherhood, the story of three individuals who, despite their emotional baggage, embark on the journey of a lifetime in one of the most beautiful countries in the world.
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