Rotterdam-Europoort

The documentary revisits significant themes from Joris Ivens’ work, incorporating a fictional element with the story of The Flying Dutchman. This character returns to modern-day Rotterdam, illustrating how the city has recovered from the devastation of World War II.

With Willeke van Ammelrooy and Yves Montand in the cast, the film presents a unique hybrid format that combines real-world instruction with fiction. Collectors of documentary films, especially those focusing on historical topics or post-war recovery, may find this work particularly intriguing. The film not only documents the harbor's significance but also reflects on broader themes of resilience and revival.