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see-nl • 7 m

Go Short 2024: The Dutch line-up The Go Short International Short Film Festival Nijmegen, which takes place from April 3 to 7, has announced its selection for the 16th edition. 25 Dutch short films have been selected for three competitions: the European Competition, the Dutch Competition and the Music Video Competition.

broadcastmagazine • 8 m

These are the winners of the DDG Awards 2024 The DDG Awards were presented during a ceremony on March 26, 2024 in Amsterdam, where Victoria Warmerdam won the DDG Grand Prix with her short film "I am not a robot". Other winners include Nina Gantz, Steve McQueen and Ena Sendijarević in their respective categories.

hku • 8 m

From arthouse to royal family Saskia Diesing is working on the new Videoland series "Máxima", which can be seen from April 20. Diesing, who normally prefers arthouse, was persuaded by her husband and the opportunity to paint a nuanced picture of Máxima's life.

plotmagazine • 8 m

Writing from amazement Jeanine Cronie, known for series such as Woezel and Pip and Saїd & Anna, is currently working on her first feature film, Simply Nick, and on a second series of Saїd & Anna together with Fiona van Heemstra.

plotmagazine • 8 m

In control Eva Crutzen, known as a comedian and actor, has taken on all creative roles with her drama series Bodem, which has been shown on NPO 3 and NPO Start since March 11. Crutzen, who was previously a comedian, enjoys the writing process and has a set rhythm for writing.

broadcastmagazine • 8 m

Documentary In the Service of Peace by Playback Images premieres The documentary "In the service of peace" by Playback Images, directed by Jelmar Hoekstra, will premiere on March 27 in the Mimik theater in Deventer. Former commander Peter van Uhm is one of the speakers.

broadcastmagazine • 8 m

Behind the scenes of thriller series Sphinx The psychological thriller series Sphinx, directed by Diederik van Rooijen and now available to stream in full at Videoland, follows the mysterious story of Minke Moorman, played by Andrea Vass, who returns after three years of missing with a mysterious wing tattoo.

hollandfilmnieuws • 8 m

Unique Star Wars Marathon in Dutch cinemas In honor of the 25th anniversary of "Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace", Disney is organizing a unique Star Wars Marathon in the Netherlands. Locations include Amsterdam North, Rotterdam, The Hague, Tilburg, Leeuwarden, the Jaarbeurs cinema and Enschede.

filmfonds • 8 m

New Dutch film commissioner: Roel Oude Nijhuis Roel Oude Nijhuis, an experienced producer and entrepreneur in the creative industry, has been appointed the new Dutch film commissioner. He will start on April 1, 2024 and succeed Bas van der Ree, who is retiring.

nu • 8 m

Pianist and composer Laurens van Rooyen (88) has passed away Pianist and composer Laurens van Rooyen has died unexpectedly at the age of 88, his management reports on behalf of the family. His work was awarded the Golden Harp in 1983 and in 2014 he was appointed knight in the Order of the Netherlands Lion.

filmfonds • 8 m

Thessa Meijer in the Van Doesburg House: 'Make or lose' Thessa Meijer stayed in the Van Doesburghuis as an artist in residence, where she had decided to isolate herself to write. Although she was often alone, she discovered a strong need for social contact and therefore regularly cycled from Meudon to Paris.

spreekbuis • 8 m

EO children's series Saïd & Anna nominated for Rockie Award The EO children's series Saïd & Anna is the only Dutch program nominated for a Rockie Award this year. The series is about Saïd (6) and Anna (7), two best friends who can be found every day in the Repair Shop of Saïd's parents. The prizes will be awarded on June 11.

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