Willem Wilmink

Writing

Willem Wilmink

Born October 25, 1936 · Enschede, Netherlands

Died August 2, 2003 · aged 66

Willem Wilmink was a Dutch poet and writer. He was best known for the large number of songs he wrote for popular children programs and his poetry.

Known For

Het Testament van de Danser, de Dichter en de TekenaarHet Testament van de Danser, de Dichter en de Tekenaar · 2002
Het Testament van de Danser, de Dichter en de Tekenaar
2002
MovieDocumentary
On May 5, 2002, a conversation was broadcasted by the Dutch interviewer Wim Kayzer and three Dutch artists: the choreographer and writer Rudi van Dantzig (then 68), the songwriter and poet Willem Wilmink (then 65) and the illustrator-storyteller Marten Toonder (then 90). Three artists who would leave behind a magnificent legacy in terms of imagination, poetry and dance. But also three modest muses: they did not often and certainly not loudly beat the drum, while their work gave every reason to do so. Wim Kayzer had asked them to draw up a provisional testament. A testament about love, suffering, sexuality, the society in which they grew old, their work, their dreams, their youth, the Second World War, liberation, death and God.
Kinderen voor Kinderen 1Kinderen voor Kinderen 1 · 1981
Kinderen voor Kinderen 1
1981
MovieMusicFamily
Registration of the first Kinderen voor Kinderen-concertshow. In this annual event, the Dutch children's choir 'Kinderen Voor Kinderen' performs 12 songs based on ideas sent in by children. The songs make up an album from which the proceeds go to a good cause, namely collecting toys for children in Third World Countries.
Kinderen voor Kinderen 2Kinderen voor Kinderen 2 · 1981
Kinderen voor Kinderen 2
1981
MovieMusicFamily
Registration of the second Kinderen voor Kinderen-concertshow. In this annual event, the Dutch children's choir 'Kinderen Voor Kinderen' performs 12 songs based on ideas sent in by children. The songs make up an album from which the proceeds go to a good cause, namely collecting toys for children in Third World Countries.
Willem Wilmink: Dichter in de JavastraatWillem Wilmink: Dichter in de Javastraat · 2008
Willem Wilmink: Dichter in de Javastraat
2008
MovieDocumentaryMusic
A documentary about the life and work of the Dutch poet and lyricist Willem Wilmink (1936-2003).
Joost Prinsen: Caruso & CaransaJoost Prinsen: Caruso & Caransa · 1989
Joost Prinsen: Caruso & Caransa
1989
MovieMusic
Television Registration of the theatre program by the Dutch actor, singer and raconteur Joost Prinsen and the pianist Dick van der Stoep.
The Story of KeesThe Story of Kees · 1989
The Story of Kees
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MovieFamilyWar
This TV-film is based on a single play written by Willem Wilmink. Life in the war years through the innocent eyes of a child. Kees is ten years old and the Second World War seems strange to him. He becomes sick with fear and is sent to the countryside where life is even stranger, but at least he gets to eat.

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Het Testament van de Danser, de Dichter en de TekenaarHet Testament van de Danser, de Dichter en de Tekenaar · 2002
Het Testament van de Danser, de Dichter en de Tekenaar
2002
MovieDocumentary
On May 5, 2002, a conversation was broadcasted by the Dutch interviewer Wim Kayzer and three Dutch artists: the choreographer and writer Rudi van Dantzig (then 68), the songwriter and poet Willem Wilmink (then 65) and the illustrator-storyteller Marten Toonder (then 90). Three artists who would leave behind a magnificent legacy in terms of imagination, poetry and dance. But also three modest muses: they did not often and certainly not loudly beat the drum, while their work gave every reason to do so. Wim Kayzer had asked them to draw up a provisional testament. A testament about love, suffering, sexuality, the society in which they grew old, their work, their dreams, their youth, the Second World War, liberation, death and God.