Experiencing Interruptions?

Salvation

We follow a young man who was exposed to Christian gay 'conversion therapy' in The Netherlands. The country is known as being one of the most 'tolerant' places in the world, but conversion therapy is actively being kept legal by the Dutch government, even though multiple countries in the world have already banned it. Having been raised in a Christian environment, we see how Benjo's (main protagonist) relationship with the Church changes over time.

  • Anouk van Otterloo
    Director
  • Anouk van Otterloo
    Producer
  • Benjo Zwarteveen
    Key Cast
    "Benjo Zwarteveen"
  • Caren Zwarteveen
    Key Cast
    "Caren Zwarteveen"
  • Reinder Zwarteveen
    Key Cast
    "Reinder Zwarteveen"
  • Project Title (Original Language):
    Tot Heil Des Volks
  • Project Type:
    Documentary, Short
  • Genres:
    Informative, LGBTQIA+, Religion
  • Runtime:
    9 minutes 5 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    March 10, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    500 EUR
  • Country of Origin:
    Netherlands
  • Country of Filming:
    Netherlands
  • Language:
    Dutch
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes - Reducations
  • Roze Filmdagen Amsterdam LGBTQ+ Film Festival
    Amsterdam
    Netherlands
    March 18, 2024
    18-03-2024
    Official Selection
Director - Anouk van Otterloo
Director Statement

I believe in making the world a better place through documentaries. I care deeply about the injustice in the world and aim to make visible that which needs to be spoken about, and issues that need to be addressed.