William of Orange

Willem van Oranje

The first 'official' Dutch sound film was presented as a historic document on the history of the Netherlands, highlighting the importance of prince William of Orange's role during the Eighty Years war. His story is told in a series of short episodes, spanning his sudden rise to prince of Orange in 1844 to his murder by Balthasar Gerards in 1584.

Director

Jan Teunissen

Status

Released

Release date

04/01/1934

Original language

Dutch