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Euroshorts – The Netherlands

Every legend comes from a humble beginning. In the world of Film, many of the greatest directors in the world have launched their careers by producing short films. These bite-sized samples of genius are, in many ways, more difficult to create than even a feature-length film; to tell a riveting story in such a short time takes both vision and skill, the likes of which are possessed by those destined for greatness. Eurochannel honors the next generation of up-and-coming filmmakers by sharing their unique work with the world. Euroshorts, a special devoted to the art of the short film, is pleased to present these small, but wonderful stories.

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The Suitcase, (La Valise, 2008)

Director: Kaveh Bakhtiari

Marriage can be like a prison: Literally so for Jeanne, who, after 50 years of marriage has decided to travel by herself. It’s only a three week journey, but her husband will have none of that. In response to her bid for freedom, he locks her in their bathroom.

Breath, (Zucht, 2009)

Director: Margien Rogaar

It’s a hot summer day in Tilburg, a southern town in The Netherlands. Enter Erik Hsiao, a man who lives in an unassuming flat like any other. It seems like just another sweltering day, until Erik checks the bathroom mirror, and finds to his shock that his skin is peeling, and the flakes are falling from his face like grotesque snowflakes. Despite this unexplained surprise, Erik decides to go swimming with Sofie and his father, but nothing can prepare Erik for the surprises that this activity holds.

Missing (Missen, 2009)

Director: Jochem de Vries

On the day of a school trip, a seven year-old girl is brought to school by her mother. However, it is soon revealed that for the mother, bringing her little girl to school is not an ordinary occasion.

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