This documentary portrays the creative work and shared life of seven individuals with physical, mental, and intellectual disabilities at the Atelier23 of the Lebenshilfe Gießen. From the first stroke to the entire artistic process, and finally to the exhibition in the inclusive Galerie23, the artists were accompanied for three years. They share with the audience their techniques and perspectives on art. Viewers gain insight into the specific challenges faced by each individual, as well as the communal life in the studio. The focus is on the art and the person behind it.

Cast

Birgit Gigler

Jens Bleckmann

Eric Kosuch

Mirka Holsteinová

Lena Kasperski

Andreas Kuhl

Uwe Breckner

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Olli Duerr

Documentary

Production Country / Year: Germany 2024

Language: dt. OF m. dt. UT

Format: DCP, Color, 92min
1.90:1, Discrete 5.1

Nominated for:

Granit – Hofer Dokumentarfilmpreis

Director & Crew

Olli Duerr 1 — Olli Duerr

Born in 1981. Trained in offset printing followed by work at a printing company. Studied Film and Fine Arts in Mainz. Active as a cinematographer, photographer, director, illustrator, and restaurant owner.

Filmography

2011 Rind Kurzfilm

2012 Kaffeefahrt Kurzfilm

2013 Kraut Kurzfilm

2016 Dampf Kurzfilm

2024 Zeppelin oben rechts Dokumentarfilm 2024

“Over the years of its creation, the film became much more to me than just a cinematic work. The special approach to its realization allowed me to become part of the community. I was able to experience deeply personal situations, and the filming triggered within me what I wish for the viewers: to let go of all reservations and, more importantly, to be inspired and enriched by the individuals’ art and essence.”

Oliver Duerr

Director of Photography: Olli Duerr
Editor: Olli Duerr
Sound: Michael Weimann
Music Composer: Nicolas Juppe; Lennart Kaminski
Producer: Olli Duerr