VPRO Tegenlicht

VPRO Tegenlicht (2002- )

RunningDocumentary show

Tegenlicht, VPRO‘s weekly, 50-minute, Future Affairs- program, balances on the edge of storytelling and journalism. It focuses on our globalized world in which societies, economies and cultures seek a new equilibrium. Backlight aims to grasp the quintessence of prominent trends and developments.

The series shifts between two modes of communication: it provides in-depth analysis of new developments by leading intellectuals, visionaries and mavericks – the architects of change. At the same time, it applies daring cinematic techniques, capturing the effects these changes have on the daily lives of the real world‘s citizens.

Tegenlichtis appreciated by an inspired community that seeks a deeper understanding of worldwide developments and policymakers alike. Backlight targets a worldwide audience. The program has been bought by broadcasters from Canada to Korea and from Finland to Argentina.

Networks
Scheduleevery Sunday at 21:05 (55 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S21E04het geheim van ASMLSep 12, 2022
S20E16De ontgroeiersOct 17, 2021
S20E15Freezing fertilityOct 10, 2021
S20E14Boeren, burgers en berenSep 26, 2021
S20E13Wall Street Data GoldrushSep 12, 2021
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

What year did VPRO Tegenlicht premiere?

VPRO Tegenlicht premiered in the year 2002.

Who created VPRO Tegenlicht?

VPRO Tegenlicht was created by Ireen van Ditshuyzen.

What is VPRO Tegenlicht's primary genre?

The primary genre of VPRO Tegenlicht is a documentary.

What language is VPRO Tegenlicht originally in?

VPRO Tegenlicht is originally in Dutch.

What is the focus of the first episode of VPRO Tegenlicht?

The focus of the first episode of VPRO Tegenlicht is on privacy.

Who voices the narrator for VPRO Tegenlicht?

The narrator for VPRO Tegenlicht is Joris Lutz.

When was the last episode of VPRO Tegenlicht aired?

The last aired episode of VPRO Tegenlicht is not mentioned on the website.

How many episodes of VPRO Tegenlicht have been produced so far?

The number of episodes produced for VPRO Tegenlicht is not mentioned on the website.

What topics have been covered in VPRO Tegenlicht?

VPRO Tegenlicht has covered a wide variety of topics including the wealth gap, automation, climate change, and migration.

What is the runtime for each episode of VPRO Tegenlicht?

The runtime for each episode of VPRO Tegenlicht varies from 45 to 60 minutes.

What is VPRO Tegenlicht's target audience?

VPRO Tegenlicht's target audience is mostly adults.

What awards has VPRO Tegenlicht won?

Information about the awards won by VPRO Tegenlicht is not mentioned on the website.

Where is VPRO Tegenlicht filmed?

The shooting location of VPRO Tegenlicht varies depending on the topic and subject that the episode covers.

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