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Tim van den Hoff

Tim van den Hoff is a Dutch filmmaker with a focus on social issue documentaries both in Europe and the United States.

After receiving a Master of Arts in Philosophy (cum laude) from Erasmus University Rotterdam and working for Dutch public broadcaster VPRO, I started my own production company in 2011.

My work has been screened internationally, with my exploration of U.S. Civil War memory, Monumental Crossroads, being used at hundreds of universities across the world.

Latest films

Elevating Piet Hein: The Monumental Myth of a Dutch Corsair

What to do with the legacy of 17th century privateer Piet Hein?
Lighthearted but thoughtful exploration of the Dutch and Cuban uneasy dealings with a shared colonial heritage.

The Toxic Reigns of Resentment

Co-directed and produced this 52 minute documentary film in collaboration with Princeton University fellows: Jürgen Schaflechner and Sjoerd van Tuinen. Renowned scholars like Wendy Brown and Peter Sloterdijk discuss the notion of resentment in a stylized setting.

Monumental Crossroads

Throughout the South of the United States, tempers flare up as confederate monuments are targeted for removal. During a 6000 mile road trip through the former Confederacy, this feature documentary explores the legacy of Southern Heritage.

More films?

You can find more information about these and other films here: https://frontaalfilm.com/

In 2021 I was selected for a two-week intensive masterclass by legendary film director Werner Herzog, further strengthening my cinematic foundations.

Using my academic background, I like to dig for the deeper questions that inform and structure my work. Themes examined in my films have included public memory, identity formation and knowledge production.

For more extensive background information, please take a look at the profile recently published by my alma mater.

Tim with Werner Herzog

Lectures and research

The intersection of film and education is of special interest to me. I’m often asked to give presentations or lectures about my films and to do Q&A sessions with students. I’ve toured dozens of universities in the United States and Europe with my film Monumental Crossroads, sparking lively debates among the students and faculty.

I’ve also taught several college courses on philosophy and workshops on (documentary) filmmaking at Dutch colleges. Additionally, I also take part in international academic research and roundtables. 

Tim with Werner Herzog

Recent speaking engagements

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