Erik Mertens

Inspiration

9th Jun 2022

Cannes Contenders: Netherlands

Cannes Contenders: Netherlands

Erik Mertens, Producer at Holy Fools Amsterdam, looks at accidental felons and funky felines as he examines the work from the Netherlands that could hit big in Cannes.

Erik Mertens

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