Charles Huguenot van der Linden
Directing
Biography
Charles Huguenot van der Linden was born in 1909 in Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands. He was a director and writer, known for Big City Blues (1962), Deze kleine wereld (1972) and Young Hearts (1936). He was married to Martina Huguenot van der Linden. He died on 20 July 1987 in Jubbega, Friesland, Netherlands.
Known For
Oscar Winning documentary short about antique mechanical toys.
This Tiny World
A film-within-the-film scenario involving a cameraman who's given a week to photograph the aerial highlights of Holland for a travelogue.
Dutch in Seven Lessons
A group of students spends the holiday on the island of Texel. Sip feels attracted to young artist Hans, while Annie is in love with Peter. The arrival of Maja, who has run away from her husband's family with her young son, plays havoc with Peter's feelings.
Young Hearts
Big City Blues is a 1962 English-Dutch language short film written and directed by Charles Huguenot van der Linden. Two drunk men chase a girl and a young boy chases a rabbit, leading to horrific consequences. The film was nominated for an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film.
Big City Blues
A Golden Bear winning documentary showing Impressions of building in the Netherlands.