In March 2017, BIKINI WORDS by Nils Clauss secured a coveted spot in the 9th Budapest Architecture Film Days. The event was hosted by the Hungarian Contemporary Architecture Centre. Following its screening at the London Lift-Off Film Festival, the documentary faced the scrutiny of audience evaluation forms. This shedds light on the challenges filmmakers encounter […]
Navigating the Shadows of Tragedy In the somber depths of tragedy, the 16th of April 2014 left an indelible mark on Korea. A ferry en route from Incheon to Jeju Island capsized, claiming the lives of 304 passengers and crew members. Over 2 1/2 years later, this day remains etched as a black mark on […]
Lift-Off Film Festival Global Network proudly presents BIKINI WORDS by Nils Clauss. Bikini Words is a captivating exploration of the evolving vocabulary among South Korean factory workers during the rapid industrialization of the 1970s and 1980s. After securing the prestigious title of Best Short Documentary at the Liverpool Lift-Off Film Festival 2016, this thought-provoking film […]
Exciting news for film enthusiasts and culture aficionados! Nils Clauss’s captivating short film, BIKINI WORDS, is set to grace the screens at the prestigious International Short Film Festival Berlin (Interfilm). The 32nd edition of this renowned festival promises a cinematic feast, unfolding between November 14th and 20th. About BIKINI WORDS BIKINI WORDS delves into the […]
Nils Clauss, an award-winning photographer, beautifully captured the essence of Burberry’s inaugural Korean flagship store in Cheongdam-dong, Seoul. Christopher Bailey, Burberry’s CEO and chief creative officer, spearheaded the construction of this 13-story architectural marvel. For a visual journey, explore more images here. The Artistry of Design Designed by Tetra Architects Inc., the Burberry Asia flagship […]
Acknowledging Directors Notes: A Gratitude Extended We extend our gratitude to Directors Notes for a comprehensive feature on BIKINI WORDS, a documentary by award-winning cinematographer and director Nils Clauss, based in Seoul, South Korea. Spotlight on Independent Filmmaking: Directors Notes’ Dedication Directors Notes, a dedicated platform for independent filmmakers, has provided an extensive spotlight on […]
Embark on a profound exploration of South Korea’s industrial narrative through the lens of Seoul based documentary filmmaker Nils Clauss, a distinguished cinematographer associated with VICE CREATORS PROJECTS. This visual journey, encapsulated in Bikini Words, delves into the linguistic legacy of factory workers during the transformative decades of the 1970s and 80s. The VICE Creators […]
Exciting news! BIKINI WORDS, a mesmerizing documentary by Seoul based cinematographer Nils Clauss, has earned the prestigious title of VIMEO STAFF PICK. This totals 5 Staff Picks in 5 years! Join me on an immersive journey as we uncover the linguistic legacy of Korea’s industrial expansion in the 1970s and 80s. Exploring Industrial Heritage In […]
