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Documentary about war photographer Jeroen Oerlemans, killed in Libya: "He was going to go one last time"

Ten years after Amsterdam-based war photographer Jeroen Oerlemans was killed in Libya, a new documentary titled Nog Eén Keer is premiering at the Zuiderkerk. The film features personal stories from his family and colleagues to honor his life and dedication to documenting conflict zones.

Ten years ago today, Amsterdam-based war photographer Jeroen Oerlemans was killed by an Islamic State sniper in Sirte, Libya, at the age of 46. To honor his life and professional legacy, a new documentary titled Nog Eén Keer will premiere tonight during a memorial service at the Zuiderkerk. The film features intimate conversations between Oerlemans' widow, Boes Hogewind, and close friends and colleagues, offering a personal perspective on the man behind the camera.

Directed by Rogier Jaarsma, the documentary highlights Oerlemans’ commitment to reporting from conflict zones, a passion that previously saw him injured during a kidnapping in Syria in 2012. Despite the inherent dangers, he believed these stories were essential to tell. The production avoids traditional interview formats, instead presenting a narrative flow that captures his professional drive, sense of humor, and self-reflection. Alongside the film release, a photo book titled Kijken Naar De Dood is being published to showcase his award-winning work.

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