Gabberland

Within the world of underground music, where rhythms beat like the heart of a group, there is a subculture that feeds off of passion, uniqueness, and an endless search for bliss. This is the world of Gabbers, a hard-edged electronic dance phenomenon that started in the late 1980s on the streets of Rotterdam. However, the Gabber world is more than just a music genre; it's a whole community with its own style, family and way of life.

The lives of two remarkable women, Anna Colassin (also known as Gabbahontaz) and Ester van Vugt (also known as Essociaal), as they are warmly known in the community, take us deep into the heart of Gabber culture and give us a glimpse into a world that exists outside the boundaries of traditional society. The protagonists negotiate the highs and lows of Gabber culture with resiliency and tenacity, overcoming obstacles like societal stigma and drug usage.

Come along on this adventure as we celebrate the Gabber spirit and examine the heart of hardcore culture. everyone who finds comfort and freedom on the dance floor. More than just a documentary, Gabberland is a monument to the strength of community, music, and a never-ending search of authenticity in the face of a world that frequently attempts to silence it.

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Our team consists of four young driven creators.
Tim van Vugt is our Producer with experience in Producing tv-shows.
Vince Kazen is our Director and DOP, he has a lot of experience with filming for companies like KLM.
Femke is our Editor, she's experienced in editing shortmovies and documentaries.
Fleur is our Sound Designer, she's did a production internship at tv-shows like Lang Leve de Liefde.