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Facing the Screen

Facing the Screen

2021 25m

The silver screen is a window to the world — and the screen showing live surveillance footage is a window into the movie theater. Jannik is a projectionist. During his shifts, he uses surveillance cameras to keep an eye on the few moviegoers in the auditoriums. In reality, he’d prefer to see himself on the big screen. When he interacts with people, the line between game and reality becomes blurred.

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The silver screen is a window to the world — and the screen showing live surveillance footage is a window into the movie theater. Jannik is a projectionist. During his shifts, he uses surveillance cameras to keep an eye on the few moviegoers in the auditoriums. In reality, he’d prefer to see himself on the big screen. When he interacts with people, the line between game and reality becomes blurred.

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Semih Korhan GünerSemih Korhan GünerDirectorCedric ErnoultCinematography

Cast

Simon SteinhorstSimon SteinhorstJannik

Director

Semih Korhan Güner

Release date

20 Nov 2021

Runtime

25m

Language

German

Country

Germany

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