Documentary on Amsterdam underworld in the Red Light District airs Sunday on AT5
A documentary titled Het Hart van Amsterdam, directed by Roy Dames and Arnold-Jan Scheer, will premiere this Sunday on AT5. The film explores the history of the Red Light District's criminal underworld through the experiences of several iconic figures from the 1980s.
A new documentary titled Het Hart van Amsterdam is set to air this Sunday on the local television channel AT5. Directed by Roy Dames and Arnold-Jan Scheer, the film chronicles the history of the criminal underworld in the city's Red Light District, focusing on the rise and fall of prominent figures like Zwarte Joop, Thea Moear, and Frits van de Wereld. These individuals were well-known entities in the local scene during past decades.
The project originated from friendships Dames and Scheer developed with several key criminal figures during the 1980s. Over the course of many years, the filmmakers tracked the lives of these individuals to document the unique atmosphere of the neighborhood. The resulting film captures a complex portrait of the area, highlighting the blend of hardship, humor, and community spirit that defined the district. The broadcast is scheduled to begin at 20:30 on Sunday evening.
Based on reporting by rss. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
