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
The Last Take: Michael Madsen
Sophie Jansen, Head of Programming at Filmhuis Den Haag:
"Michael Madsen may not have been the most instantly recognizable name, but his face certainly was. Every time Madsen appeared on screen – for example, in one of his many roles in Quentin Tarantino’s films – you immediately knew: now something's about to happen. It’s a real shame that, due to his passing, we can no longer be surprised by one of Madsen’s sharp, humor-tinged supporting roles.
Fortunately, we can still look back, and that’s why we’re screening one of Madsen’s finest films in The Last Take: Ridley Scott’s unforgettable Thelma & Louise. As Louise’s dopey, annoying, and emotionally unavailable boyfriend, Madsen’s performance remains highly relevant even 34 years later."
