(Almost)One makes it all
The ‘one man show’ taken to the extreme. In front of the camera, behind the camera and in between.
Stick to what you know
and leave the rest to the specialists.
Austrians speaking English in a movie? Well, we all know where that leads… But luckily, there’s voice-over, and the brilliant Howard Nightingall took care of it! Howard is an English actor and voice-over artist based in Vienna and worked on Award-winning documentaries, films, advertising and image films.
A film only works if the sound doesn’t sink. That’s where skill comes in, and Klaus Kobald has plenty of it – this time, even in Dolby Atmos! Klaus is a musician, runs a recording studio, and has also made a name for himself in IT solutions development. A true multi-talent!
Rewind to red carpets and weird Q&As
Romford International Filmfestival (UK)
The world premiere at the Romford International Film Festival in London couldn’t have gone better. A team fully dedicated to indie cinema, massive screens with perfect projection, inspiring chats with fellow filmmakers – and on top of it all, winning the Jury Prize. Honestly, what more could you ask for to kick off a film’s journey?
Loutraki International Filmfestival (GR)
The second screening of the film at a festival took us to Greece — more precisely, to the Loutraki Filmfestival near Corinth. In a fantastic open-air cinema right by the sea, the film was shown to a large and enthusiastic audience, followed by a long Q&A session with an engaged crowd. And to top it all off, the film received another award at only its second screening — this time for Best International Short Film — along with high praise from the jury during the after-party.
Cyprus International Filmfestival (CY)
Our journey continued at the Cyprus International Film Festival, and what an experience it was! The atmosphere throughout the event was truly inspiring – from the warm hospitality to the excellent organization. Beyond the screenings, the festival offered an invaluable chance to connect with fellow filmmakers from Cyprus, Greece, China, South Korea, Switzerland and Russia, making the exchange of ideas and perspectives both enriching and motivating.
The highlight for me was receiving the “Got Talent” Award, a wonderful recognition that I am deeply grateful for. Being part of this festival was not only an honor but also a memorable celebration of cinema, creativity, and international friendship.
Cittador International Filmfestival Vienna (AT)
After an extensive festival journey around the world, earning 20 awards to date, the film has made a brief stop back in its homeland to receive Award No. 21.
Not even the gloomy December weather could stop us from hopping on a bus to Vienna to accept the certificate in person.
Many thanks to the Cittador International Film Festival for the Emerging Director Award and for the excellent organization of the evening at the Vienna Cine Center.
Special Screening in Graz (AT)
After the film had already travelled around the globe and received numerous awards across different cultural contexts, it felt like the right moment to bring it home. I therefore invited friends and long-time companions to a special screening at the KIZ Royal Cinema in my hometown of Graz.
As the film itself runs only thirty minutes, I took the opportunity to present a curated cross-section of my work from the past forty years, complemented by a selection of short films.
And, at long last, the moment had come to present the Otto Award — this time not to myself, as seen in the film, but to the genius that is Howard Nightingall, whose voice-over as the director gave the film its voice, authority, and a healthy dose of irony.
The event was even announced in advance on the radio — a rare moment of mainstream anticipation.
Golden Horn Filmfestival Istanbul (TR)
The journey at the Golden Horn Film Festival in Istanbul began with an official selection, continued with a nomination for Best Short Film, and ended with the festival’s top prize.
Unfortunately, I was not able to attend the festival in person. A few months later, however, I had the opportunity to visit Istanbul and make up for the missed experience. During my stay, I met photographer and festival director Mehmet Oflazoğlu, who personally presented me with the festival trophy – a golden stag’s antlers.
It was a wonderful reason to travel to Istanbul and an equally valuable opportunity to share ideas and experiences with a fellow artist. Moments like these remind me that film festivals are not only about awards, but also about the people, conversations, and connections that grow around cinema.
The Muses kissed me in Livadia (GR)
Greece seems to have a special place for my film. After receiving two awards in Loutraki and Cyprus, as well as an Honorable Mention in Athens, the journey continued with a nomination for Best Newcomer Film at the Muses Film Awards in Livadia. If that is not a good reason to return to Greece, what is?
The Livadia Film Festival was an impressive experience. Grand staging, red carpets, dance and music performances, masterclasses by renowned film professionals, and of course screenings of the competing films created a truly memorable atmosphere.
With so much happening, however, one small but important detail was accidentally overlooked: the presentation of the Honorable Mentions. I left the festival believing that I was going home empty-handed. Only after returning home did I receive the unexpected news, accompanied by an apologetic message from the organizers, that my film had in fact been selected for an Honorable Mention.
Better late than never. The surprise made the recognition even more memorable, and I am very grateful for this award and for the warm reception my film continues to receive in Greece.