Sebastian Weis is a renowned documentary filmmaker, recognized for his exceptional work with prominent international broadcasters such as Arte, BBC, KBS, HBO, VICE, and CBC.
With a proven track record of reporting from war-torn regions, Sebastian Weis has covered conflicts in Syria, Iraq, and Mali, garnering widespread attention and press coverage.
His documentaries about North Korea have generated significant interest worldwide, with one notable example being the investigative documentary "Dollar Heroes", which exposes the forced laborers in North Korea.
"Dollar Heroes" was showcased in over 70 countries and is part of the thought-provoking series "Whyslavery?", which received a Best Curated Series nomination at the IDA Documentary Awards in Los Angeles and was also nominated for the prestigious Grierson Award in the United Kingdom in 2019.
In 2018, Sebastian Weis received a nomination for the Prix Europa in the category European Journalist of the Year, solidifying his reputation as a leading documentary filmmaker.
Furthermore, "Dollar Heroes" won the coveted Golden Nymph Award for best documentary at the 2019 Monte Carlo TV Festival, a testament to Sebastian Weis's exceptional storytelling skills and dedication to shedding light on important global issues.
