
The New Wilderness
Series Overview
The VARA TV series is made up of three parts in which the 'Circle of Life' of the Netherlands' most talked-about nature reserve, the Oostvaardersplassen, is central. Close to Amsterdam, in one of the world's most densely populated countries, on a piece of land that was under water forty years ago, a nature reserve of international allure has developed. A unique experiment is taking place here: nature is allowed to run its course. The result of this is an untouched piece of wilderness in the reclaimed Flevopolder. It differs from all other Dutch landscapes. Internationally, this piece of nature below sea level is rare. It is used worldwide as an example of the development of new visions of nature and the role of people in it. For many, this area is unknown, because most of it is not open to the public.
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1 Season • 3 Episodes
49 min per episode
2013 – 2013
Premiered: Wed, Dec 11, 2013
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Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 3: “Autumn and Winter - Survival”
In the third episode you can see how the Oostvaardersplassen is recovering after a long period of hunger and cold. The 'Circle of Life' can start again. It is getting colder in the Oostvaardersplassen. First there is the rutting season; red deer fight for the females. Then the hour of truth arrives. It's winter.
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Cast & Creators
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Ruben Smit, Mark Verkerk
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Ruben Smit
Director
Mark Verkerk
Director
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What is The New Wilderness about?
The VARA TV series is made up of three parts in which the 'Circle of Life' of the Netherlands' most talked-about nature reserve, the Oostvaardersplassen, is central. Close to Amsterdam, in one of the world's most densely populated countries, on a piece of land that was under water forty years ago, a nature reserve of international allure has developed. A unique experiment is taking place here: nature is allowed to run its course. The result of this is an untouched piece of wilderness in the reclaimed Flevopolder. It differs from all other Dutch landscapes. Internationally, this piece of nature below sea level is rare. It is used worldwide as an example of the development of new visions of nature and the role of people in it. For many, this area is unknown, because most of it is not open to the public.
How many seasons does The New Wilderness have?
The New Wilderness comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in The New Wilderness?
Key cast members in The New Wilderness include Harry Piekema.
Who created or directed The New Wilderness?
The New Wilderness was developed and directed by Ruben Smit, Mark Verkerk.
