The Hague celebrates the success of The Ice Cream Man, which starts screening at the Sedona International Film Festival and the Phoenix Film Festival from 23 February. The film, which was partly filmed in The Hague, is receiving international recognition for its storytelling and cinematography.
The Ice Cream Man, an award-winning short film recounting the powerful and moving story of Ernst Cahn, an Amsterdam ice cream parlor owner and the first person in the Netherlands arrested and executed by the Nazis for resistance activities. Written and directed by Robert Moniot, The Ice Cream Man has already earned multiple prestigious awards and is currently a contender for the Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film. The film vividly portrays Ernst Cahn’s heroism, which catalyzed the February Strike of 1941 in Amsterdam—the largest anti-Nazi protest in history. The film features scenes shots in the prison of The Hague and at the beach and in the dunes close to The Hague. The Red Carpet premiere of The Ice Cream Man was hosted at the American School of The Hague in December 2024.
“We are excited to see The Ice Cream Man being screened at such well-regarded festivals. It shows that The Hague is unique city as filming destination. The variety as ‘City by the Sea in combination with the image as ‘International City of Peace and Justice’ creates a lot of opportunities for film producers."
About the producer Robert Moniot
Robert Moniot (pronounced Mon-Yo) is an American writer/director/producer based in The Netherlands. His first short film, THE DANCING COW, was purchased by Steven Spielberg. Moniot’s second short (and directorial debut), the satire PEARL HARBOR II: PEARLMAGEDDON, had its world premiere at the U.S. Comedy Arts Festival and was purchased by HBO. His first feature screenplay, ARMAGEDDAGAIN, was optioned by New Line Cinema. After leaving the business for an extended stint as a stay-at-home-dad, Moniot is currently developing THE BERLIN GAME, a WWII actioner about Bond creator Ian Fleming; BUCKINGHAM BOYS, a heist comedy; and SEVEN DAYS OF THE DRAGON, a cyber-attack thriller.
About the City of The Hague
As the international city of peace and justice, The Hague offers a dedicated film office to assist film producers with location scouting, permits, and local industry connections. This initiative aims to streamline the filmmaking process and enhance The Hague’s appeal as a premier destination for creative productions. The Hague is home to many international institutions, including the Peace Palace, the International Criminal Court, several United Nations and NATO Offices, NATO, but it also boasts a rich landscape with a long coastline and picturesque dunes, making it a unique and versatile filming location. For more information see www.takethehague.nl Additionally, The Hague has a rich musical background, having produced famous artists such as Golden Earring, Anouk, Kane, and DI-RECT, further showcasing the city’s vibrant cultural scene.
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