Gijs Scholten van Aschat
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The Great Offensive
War & PoliticsDocumentary
A three-part docudrama commemorating the 80th anniversary of liberation, chronicling the battle in Zeeland and West Brabant. Dramatic scenes, archive footage, and animations reveal the power struggles behind the seemingly united Allied front and its devastating consequences for Zeeland.
Top cast
Mike Reus
Adolf Hitler
BB
Buddy Boerkoel
JD
Julian De Backer
Creative team
Victor D. Ponten (Director)
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Episodes
3 Episodes
011. Episode 1
After D-Day, the American high command deploys a joint Allied front, but after the liberation of Antwerp, British Montgomery devises his own plan. This creates an opportunity for the German troops in Zeeland. Will they succeed in escaping?
022. Episode 2
The port of Antwerp is essential for supplying the Allied troops, but access remains blocked. What sacrifices will it take to neutralize the enemy guns on the banks of the Scheldt?
033. Episode 3
After the capture of the southern bank of the Scheldt, the focus shifts to the other side. The final battle begins on multiple fronts. A new landing through the cannon fire: It's all or nothing!