Mental Health Month - Spotlight
During Mental Health Month (May), we’re spotlighting a selection of our titles that explore mental wellbeing through storytelling. From intimate documentaries to thought-provoking drama features and series, these productions reflect the complexity of the human mind and emphasize the importance of open conversation about psychological resilience.
My Word Against Mine (Cerutti Films, Maasja Ooms, 114') won the IDFA Award for Best Dutch Film. This documentary sheds light on people that hear other voices and invites these voices themselves to speak. It offers a fascinating insight into the lives of voice hearers who decide to listen to the enemy in their heads.
Embrace Me (Docs by Pupkin, Wytzia Soetenhorst, 55') is a documentary about Freek (21), who has dreams similar to everyone else his age. But while his friends and peers are free to choose their own paths, Freek is confined to a wheelchair. Walking, speaking, eating – nothing comes naturally. Now for the first time, Freek is finally given a voice – but is that enough for him to want to keep going?
Queer Camp (Willy Waltz International/HUMAN, Lucas van der Rhee/Chris Westendorp, 60') is a documentary following Faas, Fano, Jeroen, Finley and Eliott who are going to camp for the first time: a summer camp for queer youth struggling with their feelings. At the camp, they are often, for the first time in their lives, surrounded by others with the same struggles and feelings. Despite their differences, they all share one thing: the need for connection.
King of the Wanderers (The Media Brothers, Janne Schmidt, 90') is a drama feature about Meissy (11) who is overjoyed when her father Tom comes home after years of traveling. However, her mom does not allow her to see him. Soon she realizes why: her father is schizophrenic, plagued by hallucinations and delusions of grandeur.
My Dark Beautiful World (Tangerine Tree/HUMAN, Thomas W. Renckens, 55') portrays three individuals who share their experience living a life cut off from reality. For years, excessive daydreaming has pulled them into a fantasy world of their own making. Protagonists Amber, Sian and Dušan share their heartfelt experiences living a life caught between two worlds in this engaging documentary.
A Good Death (BNNVARA, Elena Lindemans, 4x50'/88') delves into the sensitive and complex issue of self-determination and euthanasia in the Netherlands. The documentary follows individuals seeking control over their own end-of-life decisions, and the doctors who must navigate the difficult ethical dilemmas involved. A thoughtful and compassionate film, inviting viewers to engage in one of the most profound conversations of our time.
At Dutch CORE, we’re proud to represent content that not only engages audiences, but also creates space for empathy, recognition, and dialogue.
Embrace Me (Docs by Pupkin, Wytzia Soetenhorst, 55') is a documentary about Freek (21), who has dreams similar to everyone else his age. But while his friends and peers are free to choose their own paths, Freek is confined to a wheelchair. Walking, speaking, eating – nothing comes naturally. Now for the first time, Freek is finally given a voice – but is that enough for him to want to keep going?
Queer Camp (Willy Waltz International/HUMAN, Lucas van der Rhee/Chris Westendorp, 60') is a documentary following Faas, Fano, Jeroen, Finley and Eliott who are going to camp for the first time: a summer camp for queer youth struggling with their feelings. At the camp, they are often, for the first time in their lives, surrounded by others with the same struggles and feelings. Despite their differences, they all share one thing: the need for connection.
King of the Wanderers (The Media Brothers, Janne Schmidt, 90') is a drama feature about Meissy (11) who is overjoyed when her father Tom comes home after years of traveling. However, her mom does not allow her to see him. Soon she realizes why: her father is schizophrenic, plagued by hallucinations and delusions of grandeur.
My Dark Beautiful World (Tangerine Tree/HUMAN, Thomas W. Renckens, 55') portrays three individuals who share their experience living a life cut off from reality. For years, excessive daydreaming has pulled them into a fantasy world of their own making. Protagonists Amber, Sian and Dušan share their heartfelt experiences living a life caught between two worlds in this engaging documentary.
A Good Death (BNNVARA, Elena Lindemans, 4x50'/88') delves into the sensitive and complex issue of self-determination and euthanasia in the Netherlands. The documentary follows individuals seeking control over their own end-of-life decisions, and the doctors who must navigate the difficult ethical dilemmas involved. A thoughtful and compassionate film, inviting viewers to engage in one of the most profound conversations of our time.
At Dutch CORE, we’re proud to represent content that not only engages audiences, but also creates space for empathy, recognition, and dialogue.