In Germany, 1893 at the height of his successful career as a judge, Daniel Paul Schreber starts receiving messages from God. The world is coming to an end and he is the only one who can save it. Shock Head Soul combines documentary with dramatized scenes and animation to tell the true story of Daniel Paul Schreber and the ten years he spent in an insane asylum.
With Hugo Koolschijn, Anniek Pheifer, Thom Hoffman, Jochum ten Haaf
Seven inhabitants of an apartment building all have a secret. Gossip and rumours ferment like a virus. Inside, sadness crawls through the walls, while outside fear spreads like fire.
Haunted by the memories of love lost, a young man walks feverishly through the streets of Rotterdam.
This film was made in 48 hours as a part of the 48hr Film Project Breda and had it's premiere at the IFFB.
With Pepijn Eijgenraam,Laurette Schuit
Direction Robert-Jan Glas Scenario Robert-Jan Glas, Rudy Mackay
Cinematography Edwin Kentie Editing Tim Roza
Music Adrian Newgent ProductionRotterdam Media Werkplaats
Winner audience award, best cinematography and best music 48hr Film Breda 2010
Are you comin' ? (2011)
11 minutes
Koos is a fifty year old man. A lonely man in a big city with a goldfish as his best buddy. He only really feels at home at his favorite pub, so he rebuild the bar at home. And for his birthday he invites all the regulars from the pub, but especially Tuitje, the love of his life. But the important question is, will they come...
This film was made as a part of the Rotterdam Shorts Program and was made with aid of the Rotterdam Media Fund. The film premiered at the International Film Festival Rotterdam 2001.
With John Buijsman,
Martin van Waardenberg,
Eva van Welzenis,
Fred van der Hilst
Direction Gerard Meuldijk, Willemijn Schellekens Scenario Gerard Meuldijk en Willemijn Schellekens
Cinematography Kees Patijn Audio recording Jeroen Les Editing Tim Roza
Music Ronald Kool Production Eva Barra
Falling apart (2011)
12 minutes
Frank loses his center of gravity and finds himself floating sideways through life. As his former existence disintegrates, Frank realizes that his new circumstances have redefined what it means to fall. There's only one other case known to mankind, will this be Frank's salvation?
This film was made as a part of the Rotterdam Shorts Program and was made with aid of the Rotterdam Media Fund. The film premiered at the International Film Festival Rotterdam 2011.
With Stijn Koomen,Thirsa van Til
Direction Jasper Wessels Scenario Jasper Wessels
Cinematography Gregg Telussa Audio recording Matt Kemp Edting Tim Roza
Music Adam Wiltzie Production Andre Freijssen, CCCP Rotterdam
Official Selection
Palm Springs International Short Fest 2011
This is for you (2010)
8 minutes
A young woman practices her upcoming death, to prepare her boyfriend for the grief he faces when her time comes.
He is completely devestated every time she pretends to die, but with every 'death' his impatience grows.
This film was made in 48 hours as a part of the 48hr Film Project Amsterdam.
Winner Best actrice, Best screenplay and Audience award 48hr Film Amsterdam 2010
Handicap (2010)
7 min.
In the eyes of his colleague and friend, Kees Kramers is the champion when it comes to crossword puzzles. But Kees has a secret that he has been hiding all his life. Even for his best friend...
This film was made in 48 hours as a part of the 48hr Film Project Breda and had it's premiere at the IFFB.
With Reinier van Mourik, Marc Eikelenboom
Direction Robert-Jan Glas Screenplay Robert-Jan Glas, Tim Roza, Marc Eikelenboom
Cinematography Marco Nauta Editing Tim Roza
Music Adrian Newgent Produced by Rotterdam Media Werkplaats
Winner Best actor(s), Best screenplay and
Runner-up Jury Prize 48hr Film Breda 2010
Spanish walk (2010) 12 minutes
The stubborn and egocentric police agent Peter, has but one week to convert dressage horse Jacques into the mighty stallion he once road into combat.
This film was made as a part of the Rotterdam Shorts Program and was made with aid of the Rotterdam Media Fund. The film premiered at the International Film Festival Rotterdam 2010.
With Antonie Kamerling, Tom Pompert, Daniel van den Broeke Direction Ruben Bults Screenplay Mark Wallaard, Matthijs Treurniet, Michael Leenderste
Cinematography Dirk-Jan Kerkkamp Editing Tim Roza, Mark Wallaard
Music Vidjay Beerepoot Produced by Active Pictures
Born and raised(2009)
3 minutes
Elsa and Bo are eagerly expecting their first baby. While Elsa gets the baby’s room ready, Bo composes a special musical piece for the occasion.
