Louis Ending Explained: Unique portrait of Louis van Gaal: one of the best soccer coaches our country has ever known and the man about whom everyone has an opinion. Directed by Geertjan Lassche, this 2022 documentary film stars Louis van Gaal (Self), alongside Truus van Gaal as Self, Edgar Davids as Self, Frank de Boer as Self. With a 6.9/10 rating, the ending has divided audiences.

What Happens at the End of Louis?

Unique portrait of Louis van Gaal: one of the best soccer coaches our country has ever known and the man about whom everyone has an opinion. In the film we see Van Gaal in his colorful life; not only his career, but also his background, family life and passions. For three years, the current national coach was filmed during work and private moments. In conversations with national and international soccer stars, but also with his wife and daughters, a complete picture emerges of the development of the Van Gaal phenomenon, his unprecedented career and the remarkable man behind the much-discussed image.

Geertjan Lassche's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Louis van Gaal (Self)'s journey. In the film we see Van Gaal in his colorful life; not only his career, but also his background, family life and passions.

How Does Louis van Gaal (Self)'s Story End?

  • Louis van Gaal: Louis van Gaal's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
  • Truus van Gaal (Self): Truus van Gaal's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
  • Edgar Davids (Self): Edgar Davids's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.

What Does the Ending of Louis Mean?

Louis's ending attempts to resolve the major plot threads, though some narrative elements involving Louis van Gaal may feel rushed. Geertjan Lassche's final act has been both praised for its ambition and criticized for its execution.