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Netherlands

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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.

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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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AVROTROS and PowNed together form the first broadcasting house of the new system AVROTROS and PowNed together form the first broadcasting house in the new public order, as announced by Minister Eppo Bruins (Media). Both broadcasters will retain their own identity.

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Loek Dikker wins Oeuvre Award Music in Media Loek Dikker will receive this year's Oeuvre Award Music in Media at the Music in Media Awards (MIMA's) on April 16 in Amsterdam. He is being honored for his contribution to film music, jazz and music in media, both in the Netherlands and internationally.

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Mores annual extras: More demand for support and advice in 2024 Mores, the support and advice center for transgressive behavior in the cultural, creative and media sector, saw an increase in requests for help in 2024. The number of people who contacted the confidential counselors increased by almost 50% to 294.

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Lisa Loeb makes film debut in Nice with the Girls Comedian Lisa Loeb makes her film debut in "Lekker met de Meiden", in which Renze Klamer also plays a guest role. The film, produced by NewBe, follows five friends who try to restore their friendship during a girls' trip.

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Intimate and compelling films awarded at Go Short During the 17th edition of Go Short, the Go Short Awards were presented in Nijmegen. The awards are a springboard for international film awards such as the Oscars. The audience award went to 'Between Delicate and Violent' by Şirin Bahar Demirel.

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Draw and See the World shows unknown story of black Surinamese who fought for the Netherlands in WWII In his short film "Draw and See the World", director Safi Graauw highlights the contribution of Suriname and Curaçao during the Second World War. He hopes that the film will eventually be shown in schools.

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Minister Bruins ends NTR, broadcaster is 'shocked' Minister Eppo Bruins (Media) has decided that broadcaster NTR, known for programs such as Dream School and Het Klokhuis, will disappear in a major round of cutbacks. The reform of the public system must be completed in 2029.

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Additional incentive contribution for producers of 5 successful audience films Five Dutch films that attracted at least 150,000 visitors in the previous year will receive an additional incentive contribution of up to €300,000. This contribution helps to finance new projects and makes them more attractive to investors.

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Yolanthe Cabau stars in new film Perfectly Imperfect Yolanthe Cabau stars in the new film "Perfectly Imperfect," which will be released in theaters this fall. The film, distributed by Splendid Film, explores the inner struggle of a woman who struggles with self-doubt despite a seemingly perfect life.

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Film Fund introduces incentive contribution for achieved success The Film Fund is introducing a new incentive contribution for Dutch filmmakers who have delivered exceptional performances. Managing Director Sandra den Hamer emphasises that this contribution should help filmmakers to work on new projects in creative freedom.

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