Set in 17th-century Holland, a young girl named Griet starts working as a maid in the household of the famous painter Johannes Vermeer. As Griet immerses herself in the art world, she becomes the subject of Vermeer's masterpiece 'Girl with a Pearl Earring'. The film explores the complexities of class differences, jealousy, and the power dynamics between master and servant.
During the aftermath of World War II, a Dutch resistance hero is accused of art forgery and must prove his innocence in a court trial. The film explores themes of collaboration with Nazis, post-war justice, and the power of art.
In Nazi-occupied Netherlands, a British agent is assigned to investigate the exiled German emperor. However, he falls in love with a German woman, leading him to question his loyalty and putting their lives at risk.
Antonia returns to her rural village after World War II and confronts the challenges of rural life and traditional norms as she builds a matriarchal community.
May 10th, 1940, Hitler takes on the West. Will he precipitate Europe into the Apocalypse?
When a group of tourists embark on a bus tour in the Netherlands, they unknowingly find themselves in the midst of a nightmare. As they take shelter in a windmill, they discover the horrifying secret of their tour guide, a deranged miller who has been terrorizing the countryside. With no way to escape and their lives hanging in the balance, the tourists must find a way to survive the night and stop the windmill massacre.
Yellowbird, a young bird who was raised by a ladybug, must find the courage to lead his flock on a dangerous journey to a new home. Along the way, he faces many challenges and learns important lessons about family, friendship, and personal growth.
Floris, a skilled knight, embarks on a quest to reclaim his stolen estate and seek justice in the midst of Guelders Wars in 15th century Holland.
In this suspenseful movie, a sea captain becomes embroiled in a mystery involving buried treasure, political corruption, and a budding romance. As he navigates the dangerous waters, he must contend with police informants, impersonations, and a race against time to uncover the hidden truth.
Jackie, a woman dealing with the loss of her husband, decides to go on a road trip in an RV across the country. Along the way, she encounters various challenges and meets interesting characters, leading to self-discovery and healing.
British nurse Edith Cavell is stationed at a hospital in Brussels during World War I. When the son of a former patient escapes from a German prisoner-of-war camp, she helps him flee to Holland. Outraged at the number of soldiers detained in the camps, Edith, along with a group of sympathizers, devises a plan to help the prisoners escape. As the group works to free the soldiers, Edith must keep her activities secret from the Germans
During World War II, a group of British soldiers go behind enemy lines to steal a hidden stash of Nazi gold. Along the way, they face various obstacles and challenges.
During the Nazi occupation of Amsterdam, Otto Frank decides to hide his family, who are Jewish, after his daughter Margot is called to appear for transport to a Nazi labour camp. Miep Gies, Otto Frank's office assistant hides them in the attic above the office. The film tells the true story of Gies' struggle to keep the family hidden and safe, as the Nazis turn Amsterdam upside-down. Based upon Gies' memoirs and Anne Frank's famous diary.
In Nazi Germany, a man escapes from a concentration camp and embarks on a journey to reunite with his friends. As he navigates through various obstacles and dangers, he must also contend with the constant threat of capture by the Nazis. Along the way, he experiences encounters with resistance fighters, interrogations, and even a change of heart. Will he be able to successfully evade capture and reach safety?
In this short film Bert Haanstra gives his vision - from the water – of a tranquil Holland. During filming he held the camera upside down and afterwards put the images ‘up right’ again in the film. By doing this, we see the ‘usual’ waterfront, but transformed by the rippling of the water. In this way Mirror of Holland became a modern looking experimental film. However this did not devalue the Dutch sentiment regarding waterfronts that are so trusted to so many.
The Hiding Place is a biographical drama film based on the true story of Corrie ten Boom and her family, who risked their lives to save Jewish lives during the Holocaust. Set in Holland during World War II, the film portrays the family's efforts to hide Jews from the Nazi regime and the challenges they face in doing so. It highlights themes of religious persecution, bravery, and the power of faith in the face of adversity.
In 17th-century Holland, a farm girl named Marieke is exiled from her home due to a misunderstanding. She decides to take on the identity of a Frenchwoman and becomes an impostor. Along the way, she gets involved in swordplay, encounters a king, and even climbs through windows. This swashbuckling adventure is based on a novel and is filled with romance and intrigue.
The Best Two Years is a heartwarming comedy-drama that follows two young Mormon missionaries as they navigate the challenges of their two-year service in the Netherlands. With a backdrop of windmills and canals, they experience both humorous and poignant moments while teaching the gospel, connecting with the people of Holland, and discovering the true meaning of faith, friendship, and love.