We’re thrilled to welcome director Peter Hoogendoorn to Shortcutz Amsterdam!

Peter joins us to talk about his latest film, Drie dagen vis (Three Days of Fish), a moving black-and-white tragicomedy that’s been getting a strong response in Dutch cinemas. The film, which premiered at IFFR 2025, explores the quiet tensions and tender moments of a father-son reunion in Rotterdam.

We encourage everyone to catch the film before the session, so you can bring your questions and dive deeper into the story with Peter himself.

Kim Faber | Documentary | 17’14’’

Eleven-year-old Lotte was diagnosed with cancer a year ago, and since then, her life has revolved
around hospitals, radiation treatments, and chemotherapy. It has turned her world completely
upside down. Now, Lotte is about to embark on a special week, as she’s going to a summer camp
organized especially for children like her. Here, she hopes to finally just be "Lotte" again and enjoy
life without worries.
At the camp, Lotte meets children who are going through the same experiences and makes
friends who truly understand her. Through Lotte's eyes, we see how precious it is to be able to be
a child again, even in the toughest of times. But how do you set aside all your worries when you're
confronted with your illness every day?

Idriss Nabil | Live-Action | 20’00’’

Dalou (11) only knows one thing about his dead father: he was a writer. Because of this, the boy has started writing a book himself, in which he chronicles the life of his best friend Coco. The book takes a turn when Coco suggests to find a substitute-dad for
Dalou for school sports day. When the plan is close to success, however, Coco is struck with envy and the one thing that is most precious to them is challenged: their friendship.