Get ready to watch two exceptional short films straight from our official selection! Each film will be followed by an exclusive interview with the talented teams behind them.
Nov 12: Join us for an exciting session with Simon de Waal, a true master of thrillers who seamlessly combines his roles as an author, screenwriter, director, and crime detective with the Amsterdam police. Known for hits like "Cop vs Killer" (2005), which earned a Golden Strop nomination, and "Pentito" (2007), winner of the Diamanten Kogel, Simon has cemented his place in the world of gripping crime storytelling. His screenplay for the Dutch classic "Lek" earned him a Golden Calf, and his recent work on "Het Gouden Uur" (NPO/Netflix) and "Sleepers" (Videoland, 2023) has been widely praised. Simon is currently adapting a thrilling hostage situation from an Apple Store in Amsterdam into a Netflix film.
Check out the cool short films and teams you can watch/meet this session:
Tom Gera | Live-Action | 07’00’’
In a world where dance shapes reality, aging virtuoso Sensei celebrates his protégé Juno's debut. As Sensei's ego flares, Juno's uncanny mirroring ignites a surreal showdown. Both dancers manipulate their surroundings, Sensei's massive, monumental creations clashing with Juno's fluid, avant-garde experiments. Trapped by past glories, Sensei struggles with fading stardom while Juno's innovative talent blooms. Their relationship evolves from mentorship to a dangerous power play, peaking in a breathtaking aerial duel. Sensei puppeteers Juno, unaware their connection goes both ways. In his attempt to control Juno, Sensei unknowingly orchestrates his own downfall. Too late, he realises he's paved the way for Juno's rise, sealing his tragic fate.
