
Hans Dorrestijn, De Kunst van het Lijden(2015)
Documentary about the Dutch lyricist, writer and comedian Hans Dorrestijn. Dorrestijn is known for his black comedy. In his writing he deals with subject like depression, trauma and neurosis. This documentary explores his life and work.

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