William of Orange

William of Orange 1934 Directed by Jan Teunissen Willem van Oranje

The first 'official' Dutch sound film was presented as a historic document on the history of the Netherlands, highlighting the importance of prince William of Orange's role during the Eighty Years war. His story is told in a series of short episodes, spanning his sudden rise to prince of Orange in 1844 to his murder by Balthasar Gerards in 1584.

Country Netherlands

Production Country Netherlands

Language Dutch

Spoken Language Dutch

Gnere Drama

Release Date 4 January 1934

75 mins

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