Nov 26: Join us for an inspiring session with Cyriel Guds, a multi-talented actor, writer, producer, and director. His acting career include hit series like Mocro Maffia and Undercover, as well as in Nanouk Leopold’s film Cobain and the leading role in Suriname, a Pathé Original.

Cyriel's creative talents extend beyond acting—he wrote for the Spanga series and created the successful YouTube web series Loverboy Amsterdam, which has garnered over 1 million views. As the lead actor, producer, writer, and director of Loverboy: Emoties Uit, which became the most visited Dutch film of the year with more than 373,000 cinema visitors!!

Nov 19: On November 19, join us for a session with director Michael Middelkoop and screenwriter Lotte Tabbers as they discuss their upcoming film, Dit is geen kerstfilm (This Is Not a Christmas Movie). Dit is geen kerstfilm is a Dutch comedy set in the lead-up to Christmas, following a family as they navigate personal and societal challenges and is scheduled for release on Prime Video on December 19.

The film has garnered critical acclaim, winning three Gouden Kalf awards at the Netherlands Film Festival, including Best Director for Michael Middelkoop, Best Screenplay for Lotte Tabbers and Isis Mihrimah Cabolet, and Best Supporting Actress for Laura Bakker.

Nov 12: Join us for an exciting session with Simon de Waal, a true master of thrillers who seamlessly combines his roles as an author, screenwriter, director, and crime detective with the Amsterdam police. Known for hits like "Cop vs Killer" (2005), which earned a Golden Strop nomination, and "Pentito" (2007), winner of the Diamanten Kogel, Simon has cemented his place in the world of gripping crime storytelling. His screenplay for the Dutch classic "Lek" earned him a Golden Calf, and his recent work on "Het Gouden Uur" (NPO/Netflix) and "Sleepers" (Videoland, 2023) has been widely praised. Simon is currently adapting a thrilling hostage situation from an Apple Store in Amsterdam into a Netflix film.

Nov 5: Join us for an amazing session with Willem Bosch, a prolific screenwriter and showrunner from the Netherlands known for creating some of the country’s most beloved TV shows, including "Feuten," "Van God Los," and "Penoza." Willem’s recent work as Executive Producer and sole writer for the Canal+ Original "ONE OF US" earned him glowing reviews and a Golden Kalf nomination for best screenplay. He also served as showrunner for the first Dutch Disney+ Original "NEMESIS," which has been a massive hit since its October premiere. Willem will share his journey in screenwriting and showrunning, as well as insights into his current work on his first US-based feature film.

Oct 29: Join us for an engaging session with Rachel van Bommel, the visionary CEO and producer of Millstreet Films. Recognized as one of the 20 most influential figures in Dutch film by Het Parool, Rachel has an impressive background in film distribution, having released over 500 feature films. In 2009, she founded Millstreet Films, focusing on contemporary female perspectives with strong female leads. The company has produced successful films such as "Faithfully Yours" and "Soof," along with popular series like "Maxima" and "Anne+." Committed to empowering women in the industry, Rachel also launched the online platform "Girls in Film." Join us as she shares her insights on the evolving landscape of film production and the importance of diverse voices in storytelling.

Oct 22: We are honoured to welcome as our guest this session Martijn Lakemeier. Martijn Lakemeier first came to the scene at age 14, when he made his acting debut in the unforgettable box office hit Oorlogswinter (2008). His impressive career includes notable projects such as "De Oost" (2020) alongside Marwan Kenzari, "Good Bad Girl" (2022), and the Netflix Original "Happy Ending" (2023) -which achieved top 10 positions across multiple countries, among many others.

Currently, he shines as a series regular in the BBC hit "Marie Antoinette" (2022-) and portrays King Willem-Alexander in the series "Maxima" (2024), which was selected for Canneseries 2024. Join us as Martijn shares insights from his dynamic career and his approach to storytelling in film and television.

Oct 15: Jelle first captured audiences with his box office hit "BON BINI HOLLAND" (2015), which won the Dutch Academy Audience Award in 2016. After the successful release of "MEMORY LANE" in early 2024—Dutch Academy Award Winner for Best Film and now the Dutch entry for the Oscars in 2025—Jelle continues to shine in the comedy genre with his upcoming film "SISTERHOOD," set to premiere later this year. Join us as Jelle shares his insights into his career and the art of storytelling through comedy.

Oct 8: Join us for an exciting session with Laura Hermanides, an exciting writer and director whose debut feature film "White Flash" opened the Netherlands Film Festival 2024. Winner of the Sundance Channel Award for her short film "Nymphet," also winner of Shortcutz Amsterdam. Laura is known for blending documentary, fiction, and experimental filmmaking into powerful narratives.

Sept 24: Join us for an engaging session with Bob de Jong, a leading figure in using AI to generate synthetic digital images for film. Known for his hyper-realistic recreations of celebrities such as Morgan Freeman and contributions to industry giants like HBO, Apple TV, and FOX, Bob will offer insights into the future of AI-driven content creation in entertainment.

Sept 17: Join us for an inspiring session with Rodger Werkhoven, where we dive into his pioneering work at the intersection of AI and creative storytelling. From his early days in computer animation to co-creating the world’s first 100% AI-generated short film, this is a unique opportunity to explore the future of art and technology with a true innovator.

June 11: We are excited to welcome CHRIS PETERS as our next guest! Recognized as one of the most promising young talents in the Netherlands, Chris has made significant waves in both film and television. He stars in the upcoming film Krazy House (2024) alongside Alicia Silverstone and Nick Frost, a standout project that has earned selections at Sundance and IFFR. His impressive filmography includes roles in Open Seas (2018), Tonio (2016), and De Poel (2014). On television, Chris has captivated audiences in Een moord kost meer levens (2023, Videoland), Childhood Dreams (2023, NPO), Rampvlucht (2022, NPO), and took the lead in the Netflix original series Dirty Lines (2022).

June 4: We are honoured to introduce Christopher Mack, director of Grow Creative at Netflix EMEA, as our special guest! Christopher's illustrious career in the entertainment industry includes his role as Senior Vice President of Scripted Content for Stage 13 (Warner Bros), where he oversaw original scripted series across multiple genres, including the Emmy-nominated Netflix series Special andIt'ss Bruno. Previously, he led the Warner Bros. Workshop, fostering the careers of nearly 150 writers and directors who are now pivotal voices in television. His extensive background also covers roles at Warner Bros. Current Programs, working on hits like Two and a Half Men and Smallville, and writing for acclaimed dramas such as ER and The Practice. Starting his career at NBC Studios, Chris played a key role in the success of shows like The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. Join us to hear insights from a true visionary in television and drama.

May 28: We are excited to welcome NILS VERKOOIJEN as our next special guest at Shortcutz! Despite his young age, Nils has already graced over 50 film and television productions, starring in notable projects like Berlin Alexanderplatz, the Amazon Prime series Rwina, and De Joodse Raad. Join us to find out more about his impressive career and discover what the future holds for him.

May 21: We are thrilled to host the directors behind Videoland's acclaimed series, "Máxima." Join us as SASKIA DIESING, ROXANNE STAM, IVÁN LÓPEZ NÚÑEZ and JOOSJE DUK share an insider's look at the creative process behind the series.

May 14: Join us for an exciting session featuring the one-and-only ROMANA VREDE! Renowned for her captivating performances in projects like Anne+, I Don’t Wanna Dance and Santos, Romana is not only a talented actress but also an inspiring figure to many. We look forward to finding out more about her career, gaining insights from her experiences, and discovering what she has in store for the future.

May 7: Golden Calf winner MASCHA HALBERSTAD is at it again with a brand-new film! Fresh off the success of "Knor," which bagged the Dutch Oscar for best feature film, she's ready to wow us again. Her latest creation, 'Fox & Hare Save the Forest,' is set to light up cinemas after stunning at Berlinale. Let's hear all about Mascha's journey and what went into making this film a reality. :)

April 23: Get ready because superstar FRANK LAMMERS is hitting Shortcutz again! This time, he's stirring up trouble with the Netflix hit "Undercover" and its explosive spin-offs and movie, "FERRY," all centred around his unforgettable character. We're all ears to find out what wild adventures he's planning next and dive into the journey of bringing such a charismatic character to life.

April 16: Excitement alert! The one-and-only Paula van der Oest dropping in, fresh off her new TV series, "De Joodse Raad." But that's not all – she's the powerhouse director behind the Oscar-nominated "Zus & Zo," not to mention “Tonio", "Black Butterflies”, and much more. Don't miss out as Paula shares the scoop on bringing "De Joodse Raad" to life and gives us a glimpse into her world of storytelling and directing. It's going to be epic!

April 9: Guess who's back? BOBBY BOERMANS, the director behind "Mocro Maffia" and "The Golden Hour," is hitting cinemas with a brand new movie, "INVASIE." It's a team-up with DFW and Netflix; they've even got the Royal Dutch Navy on board! Dive into how this movie was made and get ready for a mix of drama and action. We can't wait to see what Bobby has in store for us this time!

April 2: Gear up to dive deep with the stars of the Talent Management world, Vanessa Henneman from Henneman Agency and Benny Stroet from Favor Talents. They're here to dish out insider secrets, forecast what's hot in the scene, and share their top tricks of the trade. Got questions? Fire away and get ready to be enlightened! :)

March 26: We're excited to welcome the incomparable MARTIN KOOLHOVEN as he shares insights into his latest television venture, Koolhoven Presenteert, which is currently airing. We also want to find out what's next on his creative horizon.