Simon Dallaserra
Simon Dallaserra is an austrian filmmaker and musician living in Berlin.
He studied Comparative Literature and Philosophy in Vienna and Berlin as well as at the School for Independent Film Friedl Kubelka, which he co-directed in 23/24.
In his work he often revolves around themes of absence and it’s traces, the unknown and the longing and haunting of the invisible. In often long observations shot on analog film, he aims to question borders of our perception, while making blind spots of attention visible.
His films have been shown at Diagonale, International Short Film Festival Oberhausen, Haus der Kulturen der Welt (HKW), Vienna Shorts, Indie Lisboa, among others.
Nils Schröder
Grew up in Taipei, Bangkok and Vienna. Lives in Berlin as a filmmaker and editor.
He studied film studies and philosophy in Vienna and Berlin and gained extensive experience as an assistant director in film and television productions (incl. Sky and ZDF).
He works across discipline s as a director, cinematographer, producer, editor and dramaturge on music videos, video installations, late-night shows as well as documentary and short films. His works have been presented at Volksbühne Berlin, Theater Heidelberg, bat Berlin and Schloss Britz.
As a freelance editor and writer, he has contributed to the International Film Festival Mannheim-Heidelberg, ray magazine and pw-magazine.
He is currently working on the short film project BASKETBALL DREAMS (working title).
Sophie Gmeiner
Born and raised in Tyrol, Austria. Studied philosophy in Vienna and Berlin. Worked in film production and as an artistic assistant. Numerous festival participations and prize for best short documentary at the Diagonale 2021 for FRAUENFRAGMENTE: Gini und Resi.