Van Kooten & De Bie: Ons Kijkt Ons 9 - TerugKeek Op De Week
Van Kooten & De Bie: Ons Kijkt Ons 9 - TerugKeek Op De Week

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Van Kooten & De Bie: Ons Kijkt Ons 9 - TerugKeek Op De Week

2002
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Dutch

From Sunday evening, October 16, 1988, through Sunday evening, April 11, 1993, VPRO TV presented a live broadcast of Keek op de Week immediately following the 8 o'clock news. This DVD contains a more than 4-hour anthology from the 112 episodes of this legendary program. You will meet Dirk the vagrant, Prof. Dr. Ir. Akkermans, the Veenendaal sisters, Berendien uut Wisp, Dr. Clavan, Dutch language expert Dr. Kipping, quiz show contestant Lex, the German teacher, Ed van Thijn, Louc Hobbema, Mehmet Pamuk, Memien Holboog, mother and son Van Putten, the Lonely Vandal, Robbie Kerkhof, and 65 other unforgettable creations of Kees van Kooten and Wim de Bie. Three complete episodes ('Hele Keken') and 59 'loose slices of Keek' show you how little has changed in the Netherlands: Keek op de Week was so satirical, hilarious, and prophetic!

Insights

Director: Kees van Kooten, Wim de BieGenres: Comedy, Satire

Plot Summary

This compilation from the iconic Dutch comedy duo Van Kooten & De Bie revisits their satirical look at Dutch society through the lens of news and current events. Featuring segments from their long-running show 'Ons Kijkt Ons,' it humorously dissects societal trends, political blunders, and the absurdities of everyday life in the Netherlands. The duo uses their signature characters and sharp wit to offer a critical yet comedic commentary.

Critical Reception

As a compilation of past work, 'TerugKeek Op De Week' was generally met with affection and nostalgia by critics and audiences who were fans of Van Kooten & De Bie's earlier material. It was seen as a successful retrospective showcasing their enduring comedic genius and their unique ability to capture the zeitgeist of various periods in Dutch television history.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sharp observational humor and insightful satire.

  • Appreciated as a nostalgic look back at influential Dutch comedy.

  • Commended for the timeless relevance of its social commentary.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the duo's unparalleled wit and their ability to remain relevant even years after the original broadcasts. Fans frequently express nostalgia for the show's unique blend of humor and social critique, often citing specific sketches or characters as memorable.

Awards & Accolades

Van Kooten en De Bie received numerous awards throughout their careers, including the Gouden Televizier-Ring. While specific awards for this compilation are not widely documented, their body of work is considered seminal in Dutch television comedy.

Fun Fact

The duo, Kees van Kooten and Wim de Bie, were known for their meticulous writing process, often spending weeks developing a single sketch to ensure its satirical precision and comedic timing.

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