The Last Take
A heartfelt tribute to film stars who have recently passed away.
Filmhuis Den Haag presents 'The Last Take'
Filmhuis Den Haag proudly presents The Last Take, a special series of screenings that bring the finest films of recently departed film stars back to the silver screen. This heartfelt tribute offers film enthusiasts the chance to relive iconic works and pay their respects to legendary actors and actresses. By showcasing their most celebrated films, we honor their artistic legacy and reflect on the profound impact they have had on the world of cinema.
The Last Take is a unique opportunity to experience the unforgettable moments these stars have given us one final time, bidding farewell in a manner that celebrates their talent and contributions to film history. Don’t miss this extraordinary series of screenings and immerse yourself in the magic of cinema, revisiting the greatest names in film history.
Previous Editions
Anouk Aimée (1932–2024) – Un Homme et une Femme – July 2024
Donald Sutherland (1935–2024) – Klute and M*A*S*H – August 2024
Alain Delon (1935–2024) – La Piscine – August–September 2024
Shelley Duvall (1949–2024) – 3 Women – August–September 2024
Pim de la Parra (1940–2024) – Wan Pipel and Obsessions – September 2024
Gena Rowlands (1930–2024) – Gloria – September 2024
Maggie Smith (1934–2024) – The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie – November 2024
David Lynch (1946–2025) – Inland Empire, The Elephant Man, Blue Velvet, Lost Highway – January 2025
Gene Hackman (1930-2025) - The Conversation, The Royal Tenenbaums - March 2025
Michael Madsen (1957-2025) - Thelma & Louise - July 2025
Robert Redford (1936-2025) - All the President's Man, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, The Old Man and the Gun - September 2025
Claudia Cardinale (1938-2025) - Il Gattopardo - October 2025
Diane Keaton (1946-2025) - The First Wives Club - November 2025
Rob Reiner (1947-2025) - The Princess Bride, When Harry Met Sally... - December 2025
The Last Take: Rob Reiner
Sophie Jansen, Head of Programming at Filmhuis Den Haag:
''We are saddened by the sudden passing of Rob Reiner, the director, actor and allround good guy who has left a giant mark on film history with his loving work. Many of Reiner's films are classic feelgoods that manage to pack a meaningful punch anyway. Think of 'Stand By Me', one of the truest friendship stories ever told, or the scarily sharp accuracy of 'This is Spinal Tap'. At Filmhuis Den Haag we pay tribute with two of his most famous films. 'The Princess Bride' is a family classic for all ages and 'When Harry Met Sally' one of the best romcoms ever, one we wil forever be enjoying and quoting ('I'll have what she's having'). Rob Reiner's films taught us good films come in all shapes and sizes and that comedic works can hold the greatest truths.''
Screenings
The Princess Bride
1987
A fairy-tale adventure full of love, humour and heroism, in which Westley does everything he can to rescue Buttercup from the cruel Prince Humperdinck.
When Harry Met Sally...
1989
Over the years, Harry and Sally keep crossing paths, building a special friendship and discovering whether men and women can really just be friends.