Artist Bart Eysink Smeets is ready to confront our obsession with being unique. To rid the world of this, he will prove that he is not unique. He goes looking for his doppelgänger.
It is an unknown chapter of the German post-war history: On April 23rd, 1949, the kingdom of the Netherlands occupied German soil as a pledge for demanded war reparations. Part of the annexed territories was also the small municipality of Elten. While the people of Elten were initially afraid of the occupation, the time “with Holland” actually became a miracle of prosperity and economy about which many people from Elten still rave today. The occupation period ended with the largest organized smuggling in the history of the federal republic of Germany. The Documentary shows this in never before released 8 mm footage!
In this short documentary, we take a look at the history and future of roller derby in the Netherlands, while also touching on subjects such as image and the rise of men’s teams in this traditionally female sport. We tried to capture the Roller Derby culture with grungy 16mm film overlays and an eclectic mix of colors, switching from black and white, back to color. This, combined with the use of stock footage, the Whip It trailer and choice of music really help to sell the vibe and sensibilities of roller derby.
The film Together we cycle investigates the critical events that has led to the revival of the Dutch cycling culture. For most people, cycling in the Netherlands, seems a natural phenomenon. However, until the 1970s the development of mobility in the Netherlands followed trents across the globe. The bicycle had had its day, and the future belonged to the car. The only thing that had to be done was to adapt cities to the influx of cars. Then Dutch society took a different turn. Against all odds people kept on cycling. The question why this happened in the Netherlands, has not an easy answer. There are many factors, events and circumstances that worked together, both socially and policy-wise. In Together we cycle, key players tell the story of the bumpy road which led to the current state. Where cycling is an obvious choice for most citizens.
we see Dutch high school kids receiving their most memorable lesson yet: sexual education. Their faces are flushed with embarrassment and curiosity, but what’s going on in their minds?
Nature documentary shot in the national park Drentsche Aa.
The effect of language use on homosexuals in the Netherlands.
Documentary about polyamorous people in the Netherlands.
A documentary about Night Mayors. What drives them? From sunset to sunrise, the film shows how important these 'mayors' are for the nightlife of the city.
Documentary about a Syrian refugee family that just arrived in the Netherlands.
About the political controversy surrounding the Argentine World Cup football (1978).
During the Second World War 6 prisoners are being held in a prison cell in Concentration Camp Amersfoort, Holland. Their fate is unknown. This night has an impact for many years and in many lives.
Follows the lives of 6 adults with a disability in a care center. Over a year's time, each of them share their view of the world and how they cope with moods and looks.
A feature-length documentary ode to Dutch countryside youth culture.
Several years after an infamous serial killer was active, the town of Heemskerk is shocked by a horrible murder in the mensroom of a local club. A smashed skull in the urinal, blood on the tiles. And this is only the beginning... Their days of partying, drinking and getting stoned are over. One by one the friends die an insane and gruesome death. Hunted by the psychopath, Bram tries to find the killer. What happened that Christmas night two years ago? Why isn't the police helping? How are those Mexicans involved?
A documentary about the beautiful nature of Drenthe
What’s it like to age with early-phase vascular dementia? And how about your loved ones? Successful author Heleen van Royen has taken on caring for her elderly mother and films their frequent meetings. Increasingly, Mrs Breed’s life consists of confusion and unbearable stabbing pains that she tames with a mantra. She regularly refuses help, good advice and a Zimmer frame, although she is also thankful for her committed daughter’s support.
Looks at three different people and their look at euthanasia.
This Traveltalks visit to Holland spotlights The Hague and two smaller tourist destinations. We learn that the economy of Holland, which for many centuries has been based on fishing and the growing of tulips, is slowly changing to an agricultural base.
A boy tries invain to get aboard a fishing boat. Gazing over the water he imagines a life aboard.