Koolhovens Keuze: A Journey Through Film Fiascos

Director Martin Koolhoven presents an engaging film lecture focusing on his personal favorite genres, themes, and directors. Following the lecture, a carefully selected film will be screened, which exemplifies the topic at hand. **MOVIE BOMBS** These films come in various forms, but the true flop is one that was highly anticipated, leading studios to crumble and careers to falter. If you thought ‘Snow White’ was a disaster, wait until you hear about ‘Heaven’s Gate,’ which devastated United Artists after its release. Delve into a humorous and painful exploration of cinematic misfires, followed by a screening of a film that was initially deemed a flop, but is now celebrated as one of the greatest of all time. **ABOUT MARTIN KOOLHOVEN** Martin Koolhoven is a Dutch film director and screenwriter known for his works such as 'Het schnitzelparadijs,' 'Oorlogswinter,' and the 2016 western 'Brimstone,' which he both wrote and directed. Join us for an exciting evening of film, laughter, and learning! **PROGRAM**: - 19:30 Film Lecture - 20:30 Break - 20:50 Film Screening