Aletta Jacobs, Het Hoogste Streven

This feature film dives into the life of Aletta Jacobs, who was determined from a young age to become a doctor. It portrays her journey as she advocates for women's rights and universal suffrage, while addressing women's sexual health issues. The film is enriched by interviews with contemporaries that highlight the societal backlash against Jacobs and her feminist ideals.

Nouchka van Brakel not only directs but also appears as an interviewer, bringing a personal touch to the narrative. The film captures both the challenges and the eventual recognition Jacobs received, as illustrated through various photographs and letters presented at the film's conclusion. It serves as an important historical account that reflects on the struggles faced by women in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.