
VPRO Backlight — Season 11
With the fall of the government, the Netherlands in 2012 will lack a true address to the nation. Yet, we have never so desperately yearned for a narrative of our fate and future direction. Against this backdrop, Tegenlicht offers its own ad…
The troubles of the banking sector have plunged the Netherlands into its most severe crisis since the 1930s. Billions of euros in taxpayer money were required to stabilize the financial system, and the conclusion of these rescue operations …
Amidst a period of profound crisis in the Netherlands, the economy of Germany hums with robust activity. Why do our neighbors to the east fare so much better than we do? For Tegenlicht, Alexander Oey crosses the border to unravel the secret…
A significant shift is underway in the realm of the seemingly insignificant. We have evolved from passive readers to active bloggers, and now we are transforming again, from consumers into producers. This trend extends across all sectors—fr…
A remarkable development unfolds on the West Bank: the futuristic city of Rawabi is rising. Designed with advanced technology and a commitment to green spaces, it is also distinctly Palestinian. Next year, it will house forty thousand resid…
Amidst the ideological tension between Marxism and market economics, young intellectuals in China are turning to classical philosophy for guidance.
Rumors swirl around Chinese politicians implicated in murder, and party leaders who vanish from public view for weeks on end. The transfer of power in China is proving far from smooth.
On September 23, 1960, the legendary writer John Steinbeck embarked on a journey through his homeland, the United States of America. Exactly fifty years later, Geert Mak began a similar expedition, following in his footsteps.
Attention Dutch leaders: persistent challenges facing the Netherlands – in healthcare, education, and industry – have long been resolved in neighboring European countries. This was achieved through bold vision, decisive action, and remarkab…
A prize-winning documentary at IDFA 2012, the film unfolds in the heart of Hebron, a city of 120,000 Palestinians, where 800 Jewish settlers have taken root. They are shielded around the clock by a heavy presence of Israeli soldiers. Young…
## Big Boys Gone Bananas! To what extent does corporate power extend? Swedish filmmaker Fredrik Gertten recently encountered this question firsthand. His previous film, *BANANAS!*, chronicles a lawsuit filed by twelve Nicaraguan plantati…
Joris Luyendijk plunges into the heart of London's financial district, descending into the minds of its master bankers. His investigation explores the interplay of adrenaline, testosterone, addiction, and the allure of immense wealth.
Two thousand and thirteen must be the year of profound change, a turning point marked by new ideas and perspectives. *Agenda 2013* presents the visions of influential thinkers and innovators, charting a course for the future.
The crisis reveals the failing power of the market. The consumer is once again a citizen, fostering initiatives prioritizing personal connection, collaboration, and transparency. A new Netherlands is emerging.
Brazilian entrepreneur Ricardo Semler amassed a considerable fortune by prioritizing the well-being of his employees.
The Giving Pledge: America's wealthiest individuals have committed to donating at least half of their fortunes to philanthropic causes.
In the soft glow of *Tegenlicht*, a vision of the future labor market emerges – one where the pursuit of happiness takes precedence over financial gain.
Tegenlicht offers a portrait of a group of Nigerian immigrants in the sprawling Chinese city of Guangzhou.
The term "prosperity gospel" is often derisively applied by critics to a particular strain of Pentecostal churches, those that emphasize material success and well-being in this life. Is this the complete picture? *Tegenlicht* seeks a deeper…
Tegenlicht guides viewers on a compelling journey through the world's tax havens, with insights from international tax experts and data specialists.
Tegenlicht observes the world through the eyes of Peter Diamandis, a man who anticipates an abundant future despite the current economic challenges. He believes that technological advancements are ushering in an era of unprecedented human f…
Does the European Union offer more than just a common currency – does it also constitute a shared labor market for its 27 member states? Tegenlicht investigates.
The crisis has begun to shake the foundations of all existing institutions. Fortunately, it is also precisely the moment when we can discard outdated forms of governance and economic models, and instead shape our own future. In the final ep…

