The Future Looks Bright for Dutch Cinema, but it Won’t Come Without Its Challenges
variety.comJamie Lang The Dutch film industry, often overshadowed by its European counterparts, finds itself at a potential turning point.
Industry insiders are vocal about the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead, painting a picture of an industry at a crossroads.
In recent months, Dutch titles have impressed on the global stage. Johan Grimonprez’s Netherlands-Belgium-France co-production “Soundtrack to a Coup d’Etat” is currently nominated for the best documentary feature Oscar, and two Dutch shorts – Victoria Warmerdam’s live-action sci-fi story “I’m Not a Robot” and Nina Gantz’s stop-motion gem “Wander to Wonder” – also scored nominations.
Halina Reijn’s “Babygirl” had a fantastic festival run last year, earning Reijn a Directors to Watch Award at Palm Springs, and is currently in theaters around the world.
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