I’ve always wanted to tell stories.
Whether it’s a novel, documentary, podcast or film, every medium has its own strengths. Some stories are imagined. Others are real. I love telling both.
I’m Iman de Vries-Maarse
Filmmaker. Interviewer. Writer.
Two companies. One goal.
I run two production companies, each with a different purpose.
Cooltuur is where I create documentaries, podcasts and films for organizations. I love taking complicated subjects and turning them into stories that people actually want to watch or listen to. I’m involved from the very beginning, writing, directing and producing the project from concept to final edit.
→ www.cooltuur.nl
Indiana Midas is my independent production company for original mysteries, thrillers and horror. The place where stories have the freedom to grow into novels, films and audio dramas. I’m fascinated by morally complicated characters, impossible choices and stories that stay with you long after they’ve ended. → www.indianamidas.com
Alongside both companies, I regularly work as an interviewer, presenter and podcast host. I also give talks and workshops on storytelling and filmmaking, and regularly join radio shows and podcasts to discuss fiction, films and the craft of storytelling.
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Doorbijten
A psychological horror short about the true cost of survival.
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The Search for Better Biomarkers
An international documentary exploring the future of IBD diagnosis.
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Wonen, zo kan het ook!
A series exploring innovative housing initiatives across the Netherlands.
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Project Morgenster
A six-part Dutch horror audio drama.
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Oog in Oog
An intimate portrait of people learning to live after losing an eye.
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Je bent jong en je wilt wat
A documentary series following young people navigating life with IBD.
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Murderabilia
An upcoming supernatural detective adventure about an unlikely detective duo and their most unlikely ally.
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Ubermens
An upcoming psychological thriller questioning whether morality is a matter of perception.
