Aletta Jacobs, Het Hoogste Streven (1995)
Feature film about the life of Aletta Jacobs (1854-1929). Aletta Jacobs knows from an early age that she wants to become a doctor. She asks Thorbecke to allow her to attend university and, after completing her studies, becomes the first female doctor in Amsterdam. Here, she focuses in particular on sexual problems in women and campaigns for universal suffrage. Director Nouchka van Brakel appears in the film as an interviewer who questions contemporaries about the life and work of Dr. Jacobs. The interviews give an impression of the flood of negative reactions that the feminist provoked. However, when Aletta looks back on her life at the end of the film, many photos and letters show how much she was ultimately appreciated.
Cast
- Luutgard Willems - Aletta Jacobs
- Hans Kesting - C.V. Gerritsen
- Max Arian - Vader Jacobs
- Catherine ten Bruggencate - Moeder Jacobs
- Truus te Selle - Mademoiselle
- Edwin de Vries - Professor Rosenstein
- Monic Hendrickx - Amsterdamse meretrix
Screenplay
Themes
Historical Figures and Biographies, Inspiring True Stories, Behind the Music: Artist Biopics
Keywords
biography
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Aletta Jacobs, Het Hoogste Streven about?
- Feature film about the life of Aletta Jacobs (1854-1929). Aletta Jacobs knows from an early age that she wants to become a doctor. She asks Thorbecke to allow her to attend university and, after completing her studies, becomes the first female doctor in Amsterdam. Here, she focuses in particular on sexual problems in women and campaigns for universal suffrage. Director Nouchka van Brakel appears in the film as an interviewer who questions contemporaries about the life and work of Dr. Jacobs. The interviews give an impression of the flood of negative reactions that the feminist provoked. However, when Aletta looks back on her life at the end of the film, many photos and letters show how much she was ultimately appreciated.
- Who directed Aletta Jacobs, Het Hoogste Streven?
- Aletta Jacobs, Het Hoogste Streven was directed by Nouchka van Brakel.
- Who stars in Aletta Jacobs, Het Hoogste Streven?
- Aletta Jacobs, Het Hoogste Streven stars Luutgard Willems, Hans Kesting, Max Arian, Catherine ten Bruggencate, Truus te Selle, Edwin de Vries.
- What genre is Aletta Jacobs, Het Hoogste Streven?
- Aletta Jacobs, Het Hoogste Streven is a Drama, History film.
- Where was Aletta Jacobs, Het Hoogste Streven produced?
- Aletta Jacobs, Het Hoogste Streven was produced in Netherlands.
- What are the themes of Aletta Jacobs, Het Hoogste Streven?
- The themes of Aletta Jacobs, Het Hoogste Streven include: Historical Figures and Biographies, Inspiring True Stories, Behind the Music: Artist Biopics.