Short Take

We. Are. Back. With brand new episodes, terrific guests and a few new questions. Check out our next Short Take episode on Thursday, June 23rd. See you then!

Talented, energetic and quite wise for his age - in this episode we talk to actor Julius Nitschkoff about philosophy, why he likes to use knives for more than just cooking and what drives him in life. An inspiring interview after which you should not only watch his new film TOUBAB - but finally start doing that thing you've always wanted to do but put off for so long.

Actor Tua El-Fawwal is not only part of the German Films Face to Face campaign and the Black Nights Stars talent programme at the Tallinn Film Festival in 2021 - she landed a real hit with a leading role in the web series DRUCK and won the German Acting Award in 2020. In the interview, she talks about one of her absolute favourite series, her attitude to life and which spot in the world makes her...

Film composer Dascha Dauenhauer is a true workaholic who loves her job and yet at the same time knows how to appreciate the little things in life. When her cats let her sleep through the night, the passionate musician likes to spend her time watching good films and series. One of her great strengths is her courage to get involved in new things and to reinvent herself with every new project. This a...

Until recently, actor Haley Louise Jones was best known in Germany for her TV roles – now she is starring in a feature film for the first time: PRECIOUS IVIE is a story about two sisters, friendship and identity – and about all the challenges associated with the life of a young woman with African roots looking for a job in Leipzig. This episode sees her talking about her favourite jobs, how import...

In this episode we welcome the man who has caused a worldwide sensation with his new film on one of the most popular streaming platforms: Peter Thorwarth, director of the cult classic BANG BOOM BANG, is back and has landed a genre hit on Netflix with BLOOD RED SKY! Why Peter has trouble with the classic hero concept and what for him makes the magic of working on set, you can find out in the curren...

What did you do until your 30s? Cinematographer and director Zamarin Wahdat won awards at both the Oscars and Sundance Film Festival with LEARNING TO SKATEBOARD IN A WARZONE (IF YOU ARE A GIRL), in which she was involved with her cinematography, and her short film directorial debut BAMBIRAK. If you want to know what drives the talented filmmaker and what projects she is currently working on, you s...

Director and screenwriter Burhan Qurbani (BERLIN ALEXANDERPLATZ, WE ARE YOUNG. WE ARE STRONG, SHAHADA) tells stories about some of the most relevant social issues and challenges of today. In the interview we take a little foray through pop culture and discover philosophical aspects in everyday life: from MIAMI VICE and BATTLESTAR GALACTICA to Umberto Eco, fast food and the benefits of a good frien...

In this episode, Laila Petersen-Jama is our guest: the creative storyboard artist is guaranteed to set you on fire with her positive energy! Laila always goes with the flow and it paid off great for her: Her work on films and series like KNIGHT RUSTY, THE LITTLE DRAGON COCONUT or CAPTAIN SHARKY has inspired a whole generation of little viewers. Find out more about Laila’s work: https://www.lailart...

Experience the highlights from one year of SHORT TAKE and learn things you definitely didn't know about our German filmmakers and actors! For more follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shorttake/

Producer Maite Woköck not only gives the German animation industry a good stir with her work, but is also a participant in the Europe-wide "Producers on the Move" program in 2021. If you don't have a life motto yet, you'll get a great one for free in our new episode - plus you'll also learn more about Maites excitement for flowers, witches and of course cats! https://www.telescopeanimation.com/ ht...

Jan Martin Scharf always wanted to be a writer and director. Lucky for us, because without his writing skills, series like THE RED BAND SOCIETY, BARBARIANS or WILD REPUBLIC would not have made it onto our screens. https://jan-martin-scharf.de/ https://www.instagram.com/shorttake/

Arne Nolting gets through life just fine without a motto! He talks about a special literary hero, black and white films and, of course, ninjas. Listen in if you want to learn more about the screenwriter (BARBARIANS, WILD REPUBLIC, etc.) and his work! https://www.arne-nolting.de/ https://www.instagram.com/shorttake/

You love series like THE WIRE, TRUE BLOOD, HUNG, JANE THE VIRGIN or STRANGER THINGS? Then you have to get to know Uta Briesewitz: the L.A. based cinematographer and director is credited with these and many other shows and films. Find out more about her special love for nature and a certain TV genre... Uta on IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0003802/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.c...

"Under the Shadow" star Narges Rashidi can spot good ice cream at a glance - yet wishes she had a very different superhuman ability...find out which! You can find Narges on instagram:           https://www.instagram.com/nargesrashidi/ You can find us on instagram:              &n...

Reza Memari is giving the German animation industry a run for their money. His first film RICHARD THE STORK was an international success and he is currently planning not only his next movie, but an entire storyworld around it – TV series, Games – you name it. Find out more about him in our new podcast episode. https://www.memari.net/ https://www.telescopeanimation.com/

Find out why "Game of Thrones"-actress  and "Winterreise"-star Sibel Kekilli thinks chocolate and "Columbo" are the perfect combination. https://sibelkekilli.com/

Hanno Hackfort is one of Germany's most proflific series writers (4 BLOCKS, YOU ARE WANTED), sometimes as part of a trio which goes by HA RI BO - yes, just like the famous German sweets - and a genuine lover of music.

Director Sarah Blaßkiewitz has a great life motto - thanks to her friend Toby - and reveals her love for Modern Dance and Coffee in the Morning. Find out more about Sarah here: https://sarah-blasskiewitz.com/Find out more about Short Take here: https://www.german-films.de/activities/short-take-the-german-films-podcast/index.html

Writer and director Edward Berger talks about his next project, his love for ice-cream and points us to a fascinating podcast that has a connetion to Hard Rock Band The Scorpions. Find out more about Edward Berger here: http://www.edwardberger.de/Find out more about Short Take here: https://www.german-films.de/activities/short-take-the-german-films-podcast/index.html

Writer/Director Mariko Minoguchi is living proof you don't have to go to filmschool to be successful. She talks about being a fan of "Friends" and reveals her favourite superpower. You can find Mariko on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mariko_minoguchi/ Follow Short Take on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shorttake/

Bad Banks-Writer and Harry Potter-Fan Jana Burbach shares an unexpected public service announcement for your well-being in this episode of Short Take. You can find Jana on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jmc_burbach/ You can find us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shorttake/

Find out why Rafael Parente can be found in his garden when he isn't writing or producing new TV series such as Breaking Even or 8 Days. You can find Rafael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neuesuper/ Follow Short Take on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shorttake/

Aaron Altaras reveals his love for chocolate and German "Schlagermusik", among various other things. If you're wondering what Aaron's life motto transaltes to: "All I have left to say takes the length of a cigarette" Find Aaron's instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/aaronaltaras/ www.german-films.de

Emma Drogunova has no guilty pleasures and no regrets, but lots to laugh about in this episode. Emmas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmadrogunova/