This film was made for the 48 Hour Film Project Eindhoven.
This is Charlie Curilan's first leading role in Dutch. He was born and raised in the Philippines and came to The Netherlands to perform in the Dutch version of the Broadway hit musical Miss Saigon.
Vlieg did very well at the 48HFP Eindhoven competition. It was nominated in several categories and won 3rd place in Best Film.
It won the Audience Award (Group B), Best Use of Character, Best Poster, Best use of Cameo (Johan Vlemmix) (Honourable mention, not a category's). It was nominated for: Nominated Best Actress, Nominated Best Cinematography, Nominated Best Film (3rd Place)
"Vlieg" was made within 48 hours.