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nu • 6 m

Actress Petra Laseur dies at age 85 Petra Laseur, known for her role as Queen Wilhelmina in the musical Soldaat van Oranje, has passed away at the age of 85. She had been seriously ill for some time and chose not to have treatment.

filmkrant • 6 m

Michiel ten Horn about Fabula In Michiel ten Horn's crime comedy "Fabula", Fedja van Huêt plays the role of Jos, a Limburg criminal with bad luck in his blood. Jos' life takes a chaotic turn after a failed drug deal in which his brother Hendrik disappears.

nos • 6 m

Dutch stuntman delighted with new Oscar category for stunts Willem de Beukelaer, former stuntman and current stunt coordinator and Oscar jury member, is enthusiastic about the new Oscar category for stunts that will be introduced from 2028. He shared his enthusiasm during an interview at a location known for many stunt shoots.

broadcastmagazine • 7 m

Beeld & Geluid develops digital teaching materials for Netflix series Adolescence Beeld & Geluid is developing digital teaching materials for the series "Adolescence" in collaboration with Netflix, aimed at secondary education.

filmfonds • 7 m

€11.4 million Netherlands Film Production Incentive for 26 film projects and 4 high-end series The Netherlands Film Production Incentive has awarded €11.4 million to 26 film projects and 4 high-end series.

filmfonds • 7 m

Major interventions needed for fair payment of audiovisual professions Major interventions are needed for fair pay in the Dutch film and audiovisual sector, according to the report by PPMC Economic Advice, carried out for Kunsten '92. Directors, executive production and the art department in particular lag behind in payment.

broadcastmagazine • 7 m

Documentary SWINGTIJ about the healing power of music The documentary "SWINGTIJ" by filmmaker Erik de Bruyn, which highlights the healing power of music, will be broadcast on NPO 2 at MAX. This personal film portrays the Zeeland Seaside Dixieland Band and shows how music can help in dealing with old age and change.

broadcastmagazine • 7 m

Hollands Licht makes Football Parents for Netflix Netflix has announced the comedy series "Football Parents", written, starred and directed by Ilse Warringa. The series centers on Lilian and her son Levi, who are new to the team.

filmkrant • 7 m

Maartje Wegdam and Nienke Huitenga-Broeren on VR documentary Lacuna The VR documentary "Lacuna" by Maartje Wegdam and Nienke Huitenga-Broeren, on view from April 12 to 25 in the Eye program "Who Are You?", offers a deep dive into the memories of Sonja de Lange.

broadcastmagazine • 7 m

Documentary about Rutger Hauer wins prize at American film festival The documentary "Like Tears in Rain" about Rutger Hauer has won the award for best documentary at the 25th Beverly Hills Film Festival in Los Angeles. The documentary is available on NPO Start and Viaplay.

rtl • 7 m

NTR programs saved: majority of House whistles back Minister Bruins A majority of the House of Representatives, including GroenLinks-PvdA, VVD, D66, NSC, VOLT and SP, has spoken out against Minister Bruins' plan to close down the NTR broadcaster.

broadcastmagazine • 7 m

Chris Peters plays the role of Marco van Basten in the new Videoland series BASTA Chris Peters plays Marco van Basten in the new Videoland Original series BASTA, which will be available to stream in 2026. The series, produced by Hollands Licht and directed by Remy van Heugten, tells the story of Van Basten's football career and personal challenges.

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