Joost van der Valk

A dynamic storyteller of the contemporary era, Joost van der Valk was born in 1972 in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. Known for his prowess in documentary filmmaking, he has been active since the late 90s, with his most popular works including "Crips: Strapped 'n Strong" and "Satudarah: One Blood," both of which provide hard-hitting commentary on gang culture. While van der Valk hasn't been recognized with major film festival awards, his unique authorial style shines through in his unflinching portrayals of societal issues. As a director, Joost van der Valk isn't afraid to delve into the darker side of humanity, treating his subjects with respect and without judgment, making his films thought-provoking mirrors of our world.