Saskia Gubbels

Burning Out

Dad humour is declared a thing of the past at a fire station in Amsterdam, where diversity must be promoted and employees must learn to interact with each other anew. A witty and human film about finding yourself in a time of cultural upheaval where fires still need to be put out.

Sheltered

The relationship between the humans and animals at a large animal shelter in the Netherlands is one of extremes. On the one hand, this is a place for new opportunities, where both parties can find unconditional love. On the other, the problem cases lead to despair among their caregivers, who have to face the limitations of the system in which they work.

Naomi's Secret

Naomi has a secret. She rarely sees her mother because the latter lives in a psychiatric hospital. She wants Sam, her best friend, to finally meet her mother.

0.8 Amps of Happiness

The documentary closely portrays three patients who are being treated with Electro Convulsion Therapy (ECT) for their depression or psychosis.

0.8 Amps of Happiness

The documentary closely portrays three patients who are being treated with Electro Convulsion Therapy (ECT) for their depression or psychosis.