In the Netherlands the name Mata Hari is known, but a bit forgotten.
~photo by Walther Vlaanderen
The Hague dancer Florence Rapati learned about Mata Hari, a simple girl from Friesland, during dance history classes at the conservatory. ,, I always thought it was an interesting story. Mata Hari was a special, strong woman who determined her own life.”
Rapati did not have to think for long when she was asked to collaborate on the dramatized documentary about the life of the dancer, courtesan and spy, Mata Hari. Seven years ago she danced in a video clip by filmmaker Machiel Amorison and he approached her again, for Mata Hari, the naked spy. “There is an American producer involved and it is really a big production. We have worked a total of 3 years. The film was mainly recorded in the Netherlands because Mata Hari’s life took place here. For example, we were allowed to film in hotel Des Indes and in the Edams Museum, for the prison scene. Very special.” Read More
