Christian, a native of East Germany, embarked on a professional odyssey as an Art Director for commercials in Brazil, following his academic pursuits in visual communication at the prestigious Bauhaus Weimar, a renowned institution that has nurtured the creative talents of numerous visionaries throughout its rich history.
With a career spanning over 15 years, Christian has been driven by a passion for storytelling and visual artistry, which has led him to explore the realm of short filmmaking. Since 2005, he has successfully produced a diverse range of projects, including both fictional and documentary works, each one showcasing his unique ability to captivate audiences and transport them to new and unexplored worlds.
Through his body of work, Christian has demonstrated his versatility as a filmmaker, effortlessly navigating the complexities of narrative and documentary storytelling, and consistently pushing the boundaries of creative expression. His dedication to his craft has earned him a reputation as a master of his trade, and his films have been met with critical acclaim and widespread admiration.
Christian embarked on a formal educational journey in film directing at the esteemed Filmakademie Baden-Württemberg, a world-renowned institution that has fostered the development of numerous prominent filmmakers, in the year 2007.
Christian's creative journey continued to unfold in 2010, as he embarked on a prestigious educational experience at the UCLA Masterclass in Los Angeles, a renowned institution renowned for fostering innovative cinematic talents. Simultaneously, he attended the Berlinale Talent Campus, a distinguished program designed to nurture and connect emerging filmmakers from around the world, thus broadening his professional network within the global film industry.
Upon completing his academic pursuits, Christian's feature film, "Foreign Body," made its triumphant debut, garnering widespread recognition and accolades at numerous international film festivals. His impressive achievement included the prestigious Grand Prix at the Sakhalin Film Festival in Russia, a highly respected competition that honors outstanding cinematic excellence. Additionally, his film received the Grand Prix at the Sichuan International Film Festival in China, a prominent event that celebrates innovative storytelling and cinematic artistry. Moreover, "Foreign Body" earned the audience award at the Max Ophuels Festival, a testament to its universal appeal and emotional resonance with viewers.
Christian's professional trajectory has been marked by a delicate equilibrium between the demands of commissioned television and commercial projects, and his unwavering dedication to the art of feature filmmaking, with the ultimate goal of bringing his cinematic vision to life.
