Fons Rademakers

Dutch-Swiss actor and director

Fons Rademakers - Dutch-Swiss actor and director
Born

September 5th, 1920
105 years ago

Died

2007
18 years ago — 87 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Netherlands

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An actor, director, producer, and screenwriter, Rademakers gained recognition in the film industry for contributions to cinema, particularly in the 1970s and 1980s. The most prominent work as a director was the film 'The Assault,' which won the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in 1987. Rademakers started his career in theater and transitioned to film, showcasing various talents behind the camera while also appearing in several films. His works often included profound themes and showcased a strong narrative style.

Directed 'The Assault' which won an Oscar

Acted in Dutch films and television series

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