Migration has been a pivotal aspect of life in Calabria, Italy, shaping the destinies of individuals and communities for over a century. In this context, the documentary SHOULD I STAY OR SHOULD I GO, commissioned by Giulio Vita and Sara Fratini, founders of the La Guarimba International Short Film Festival, emerges as a poignant exploration […]
Plastic Girls at Indie Memphis Film Festival We are delighted to share the exciting news that PLASTIC GIRLS, the final installment of a captivating Korean trilogy, has been chosen to participate in the highly anticipated Documentary Shorts Competition at the prestigious INDIE MEMPHIS FILM FESTIVAL. Scheduled to unfold its cinematic wonders from November 1st to 5th […]
To celebrate our selection at the prestigious CINEQUEST FILM & VR FESTIVAL, Udo Lee, In-ah Shin, and I crafted a dynamic spotlight trailer for PLASTIC GIRLS. This short documentary has been chosen among 1750 entries worldwide, showcasing our dedication to cinematic storytelling. Join us at the festival’s Short Film Competition on the following dates and […]
Welcome to the fascinating world of PLASTIC GIRLS, the latest addition to a trilogy exploring space and architecture in Korea. Join me, Nils Clauss, a cinematographer and director based in Seoul. At CINEQUEST & VR FESTIVAL as we delve into gender issues through a unique lens. Screening Announcement PLASTIC GIRLS has been selected for the […]
Welcome to the captivating world of PLASTIC GIRLS, the final installment of a Korean shorts trilogy. Join me, Nils Clauss, a cinematographer and director based in Seoul. Together with Nils we delve into the unique narrative of this gender documentary. Featured on Directors Notes Following BIKINI WORDS and LAST LETTERS, PLASTIC GIRLS is now featured […]
Exciting news! PLASTIC GIRLS has achieved the prestigious status of VIMEO STAFF PICK, marking the sixth Staff Pick in the last six VIMEO years! Gratitude overflows for VIMEO’s consistent support and the collaborative spirit of fellow filmmakers. Genesis of the Film In 2015, designer Hyun Cho invited me to contribute to the SEOUL WELCOMES YOU […]
In the concluding chapter of a Korea-based trilogy, Plastic Girls emerges as a unique exploration of gender issues within the societal space. Delving into the sexualization of public spaces through the lens of plastic mannequins, this documentary stands alone while complementing its predecessors, BIKINI WORDS and LAST LETTERS. Plastic Girls and the Global Perspective on […]
More than 27,000 North Koreans have found a new home in South Korea, a journey documented in the captivating photo essay “Divided” by Nils Clauss and Neil Dowling. This exploration, captured in 2009 and recently featured in the German-language magazine “Wanderer zwischen zwei Welten” in the 2014 issue of the magazine Korea Forum. It sheds […]
