{"id":7,"date":"2017-02-22T10:07:32","date_gmt":"2017-02-22T10:07:32","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/mrseo.elated-themes.com\/?page_id=7"},"modified":"2025-05-07T06:38:14","modified_gmt":"2025-05-07T06:38:14","slug":"agency-home","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/iffh.nl\/old-web\/","title":{"rendered":"International Film Festival The Hague"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The International Film Festival The Hague (IFFH) is a celebration of independent cinema, providing a platform for emerging talent and underrepresented voices.<\/p>\n

For the past seven years, international filmmakers and film enthusiasts have gathered in The Hague every autumn to honour diverse storytelling, foster visibility, and learn from one another. The IFFH is more than just a festival\u2014it\u2019s a creative hub where audiences can experience carefully curated independent films from across the globe, connect with like-minded individuals, and engage in meaningful discussions about their shared passion: CINEMA.<\/p>\n

In addition to screenings, the festival offers workshops\/masterclasses on compelling topics such as crafting a winning script, acting, cinematography, and practical strategies for producers to secure financial backing. These sessions and networking opportunities have led to several successful film projects. These collaborations among individual filmmakers have added to the festival’s glory and demonstrated its role as a catalyst for creativity and industry success.<\/p>\n

We are proud to announce our strategic partnership with Alliance Francaise La Haye for the organization of the festival.<\/p>\n

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Entries open for the 7th edition<\/h3>\n

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Event date 8-9-10 November 2024<\/h3>\n

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Venue: Het Koorenhuis
\nPrinsegracht 27, 2512 EW Den Haag, Netherlands<\/h4>\n

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Theme: ROMANCING WITH LIFE<\/h3>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css_animation=”none” css=”.vc_custom_1701757396589{padding-right: 15px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;}”]“Romancing with Life” at the International Film Festival The Hague takes a poignant stance by intertwining the themes of life’s nuances with crucial global issues. The festival intends to offer a captivating array of films that delve into the intricacies of human existence while shedding light on pressing global concerns like peace, war, and gender equality. These films will serve as powerful conduits to explore the complexities of conflict and the yearning for peace, portraying stories of resilience, reconciliation, and the enduring human spirit. Moreover, the festival aims to spotlight the ongoing pursuit of gender equality, showcasing narratives that challenge stereotypes, celebrate diversity, and advocate for inclusivity. By seamlessly weaving these themes into the cinematic fabric, the festival intends to create a platform for dialogue, reflection, and a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness between life’s myriad experiences and the broader global landscape.<\/b>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner]\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/4″][vc_row_inner disable_element=”yes”][vc_column_inner][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/4″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1675403608064{padding-top: 50px !important;padding-right: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 50px !important;padding-left: 50px !important;}”][vc_column width=”1\/4″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_video link=”https:\/\/youtu.be\/jxnqaWFQLXI” align=”center”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/4″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_video link=”https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=TQb1ZHmOySM&feature=youtu.be” align=”center”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/4″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_video link=”https:\/\/youtu.be\/nJqKfU1MvTs” align=”center”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/4″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_video link=”https:\/\/youtu.be\/0E25uioJdXM” align=”center”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” parallax=”content-moving” css=”.vc_custom_1728641623546{background-color: #e5e5e5 !important;}”][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Guest of Honour” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_row_inner row_content_width=”grid” css=”.vc_custom_1728641713513{padding-right: 26px !important;padding-left: 26px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”8845″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_outline” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https:\/\/www.denhaag.nl\/nl\/bestuur-en-organisatie\/college-van-burgemeester-en-wethouders\/wethouder-bert-van-alphen.htm”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″ css=”.vc_custom_1666935138148{padding-right: 16px !important;padding-left: 16px !important;}”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Leonie Gerritsen<\/h3>\n

Leonie Gerritsen (she\/her) has been working for the Hague PvdD faction since 2018 and has been a council member in The Hague since 2022. She has been committed to animals since she was a child and later in life she developed into an activist for animal rights, veganism, climate and the environment. She would like to continue to use that activism in her political work.\u00a0Leonie has a background in theatre, education and cultural education. She also has a passion for live music and art.<\/p>\n

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Dr. Justice Dalveer Bhandari is a Member of the International Court of Justice since\u00a0 2012. He is a distinguished legal expert and has a remarkable career that includes being a former judge of the Supreme Court of India, Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court, and a judge of the Delhi High Court with several international assignments. A number of international and national Universities have conferred honorary professorships, LL.D.s and D.Litts. (Honoris Causa) on Judge Bhandari. He is a recipient of Padma Bhushan, the third-highest civilian award in India. He was selected as one of its 16 most illustrious and distinguished alumni at the celebrations for its 150-year anniversary (1859 – 2009), Northwestern University School of Law, Chicago, USA.<\/div>\n
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Associated with all the cases decided by the ICJ from June 2012 till date; delivered separate opinions on various important areas covering maritime disputes, whaling in Antarctica, the crime of genocide, delimitation of the continental shelf, nuclear disarmament, financing of terrorism, violation of sovereign rights, Contributed a declaration in Certain Iranian Assets (Iran v. United States of America).<\/div>\n
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Dr. Justice Dalveer Bhandari is a thorough crusader of gender justice and equality rights, particularly, the rights of the poor and the marginalized sections of society. He is known for delivering landmarks and innovative judgments in many branches of law. He is recognized for his judgments in relation to providing food grains for the population below poverty lines, night shelters for homeless people, the right to free and compulsory education for children, larger allocation of funds for malnourished children, and protection of ecology and environment, amongst others. The superior quality of his judgments is well recognized both in India and abroad. Dr. Justice Dalveer Bhandari is a shining example of legal acumen with a human touch.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Dirk Gunther Mohr<\/b><\/h1>\n

An acclaimed performer hailing from The Hague, this actor has gained renown for his remarkable range of acting abilities, particularly his potent facial expressions that he employs to enthrall, enchant, and hold his viewers spellbound. Be it within the realm of comedy or drama, Dirk consistently leaves an indelible mark, leaving an enduring impact. The International Film Festival The Hague (IFFH) holds his achievements and mastery in high regard, with the aspiration that his presence will spark inspiration and drive among aspiring young filmmakers both in The Netherlands and abroad.<\/em><\/p>\n

Born in The Hague in 1981, Dirk Gunther Mohr embarked on his acting journey during childhood, gracing his parents’ living room with impromptu performances and reenactments of iconic scenes from films like Rocky and Scarface. His aspirations were grand, aspiring to share the screen with his idols Al Pacino and Robert de Niro in major cinematic productions. As a youth, he also penned his initial forays into scriptwriting.Dirk’s career trajectory truly soared when he reached the age of 30, following intensive acting instruction across various institutions, with a pivotal focus on refining his craft at the RJB Studio. There, he delved into method acting, an immersive technique where actors delve deep into their characters, drawing from their own memories and personal encounters to authentically and emotively convey the narrative. This dedication was exemplified in his role as an autistic young man in the short film “Tweespalt” (2017), where Dirk maintained his character’s distinctive traits throughout the entire shooting process, even when off-set.Throughout recent years, Dirk’s portfolio has been enriched by a plethora of movies, television ventures, and commercials. He also contributed as a scriptwriter, crafting narratives for works such as “HVIII: The Male Heir” (2015), “A Royal Love” (2016), “Capo di Famiglia” (2017), “Capo di Famiglia II” (2020), and “Capo di Famiglia III” (2022) \u2014 a dramatic exploration of a Dutch-Italian mobster family. Notably, he assumed the lead role in each of these creations.In recognition of his portrayal of Vincent la Rosa across the Capo di Famiglia trilogy, Dirk garnered multiple accolades as Best Actor at prestigious international film festivals, including the International Film Festival The Hague, the Los Angeles Actors Awards, and the European Cinematography Awards. Beyond his triumphs, Dirk also secured numerous nominations for his captivating performances in the Capo di Famiglia Trilogy, “Daddy’s Day,” and “A Royal Love.”Branching into historical drama, Dirk undertook the role of a cunning SS lieutenant in the World War II film “Betrayal” (Grenzeloos Verraad), a work that graced Dutch cinemas and is poised to grace Netflix screens from September 2023 onward.<\/p>\n

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