Pieter van Huystee Film

Focus
Media and content

Year of establishment
1995

Year of investment
2024

Country
Netherlands

Pieter van Huystee Film is the producer of De Hunkering – a four-part Dutch series about filmmaker, writer and enfant terrible Theo van Gogh. His death on 2 November 2004 had a profound impact on Dutch society, public debate and freedom of expression. The series portrays what may be the most provocative personality in recent Dutch history.

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How Theo van Gogh tested and pushed boundaries

16.10.2024 - De Groene Amsterdammer

The series portrays a creator who deliberately challenged the limits of public debate. It places Van Gogh’s work within a broader context of media and freedom of expression.

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Docuseries explores the person behind Theo van Gogh

14.10.2024 - Het Parool

In his docuseries, David de Jongh focuses on the individual behind Theo van Gogh’s public persona. The series offers a layered portrait that looks beyond controversy.

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Interviews provide deeper insight into De Hunkering

11.10.2024 - NPO Doc

In additional conversations, creators and contributors reflect on the making and themes of the series. The interviews offer further context and insight into the project’s development.

BNNVARA launches docuseries on Theo van Gogh’s life and work

2.10.2024 - BNNVARA

The series De Hunkering explores the life, career, and motivations of Theo van Gogh. Through archival material and interviews, it examines his impact on media and culture.