
Buddy Film Foundation operates as a starting point for refugee filmmakers, film crew, actors and creatives. We organise workshops, network events and coach our new colleagues with the ultimate goal being; landing paid jobs. We guide these professional filmmakers from development to execution and funding of their own film projects. We strive to be the link between the newcomers in this domain and the national and international film and tv-industry.
who are we?
our beliefs
We believe that by helping our members slip directly into paid jobs in their domain of interest, is the best way to assimilate and have a meaningful journey into full integration. Work offers a person stability, income, social contacts, development and a certain social status. Especially when you find work in the field you actually want to work in; it gives an extra motivation, it creates positive energy and we get to hear and see the stories that only they can tell. It really is a win-win. Talent is everywhere.




buddy film numbers
23
complete film
productions
206
registered film professionals
15
different
nationalities
131
completed
castings

buddy team
The Buddy Film Foundation was founded in 2017 by actress Dewi Reijs,
director Dennis Overeem and producer In-Soo Radstake.

Dewi Reijs
Founder, Actress, Director,

Dennis Overeem
Founder, Director, Writer,
Editor

Tisa de Jong
Project Executive &
Casting Director

Esther Thedinga
Accountant

Maria Bodrug
Visual Designer & Photographer

Jenica Van den Berg
Production Assistant

Ecaterina Bodrug
Back-office Assistant &
Producer Assistant

Amani Al-Omaisi
Junior Marketeer

Mohamad Khattab
Financial Administration Expert
1 position available

Are you a professional of the film industry with a refugee background and would like to join our foundation?
By enrolling in our database, you'll always stay informed and receive email notifications when suitable job opportunities arise. We are looking for directors, producers, makeup artists, etc.
We frequently host screening nights, speed networking events, and other occasions that can assist you in expanding both your social and professional circle. Registration is completely free, and no contractual commitment is required.
projects

To donate directly on our bank account, use the details bellow:

Stichting Buddy Film Foundation
IBAN: NL 96 TRIO 0338 5192 89
BIC: TRIONL2U
RSIN: 857189177


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CONTACT
ADDRESS
Amsterdam
Baarsjesweg 206,
1057 HT Amsterdam
PHONE
+31 (0)20 244 1080
BILLING ADDRESS
Stichting Buddy Film Foundation
Baarsjesweg 206, 1057 HT
KVK: 67827985
BTW-nummer: NL857189177B01
dewi@buddyfilmfoundation.com
Rotterdam
Van Bijlandtplaats 31
3012 GA Rotterdam