Today I have the pleasure of introducing Aleksander Bach, the European Film School Winner 2008 and his lovely work!
What made you participate in the Young Director Award?
The Young Director Award is one of the most important Awards for young directors. It is a great opportunity to make your work and yourself visible, which is why I decided to participate. It was the right decision. I entered the film I LOVE YOU for ORANGE.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eZbElr1kk1E
How did you find the whole process?
I loved the fact that you just had to upload your film online. It was really easy and comfortable.
The ceremony was great. It was my first time in Cannes and when I heard that I had won…it was just amazing!
So many people wanted to talk to me. It is really exciting but at the end of the day, you have to keep cool
and concentrate on your next job!
How did you benefit from the award?
The award was a door opener. Suddenly a lot of people know your name and want to work with you. After Cannes, I was in L.A. and met a Rep who works with famous directors like Spike Jonze. He looked at my stuff and sent me to a new and exclusive production company in L.A. called PRETTYBIRD. It was the best decision I ever made!
What are you doing now?
I am nearly finished with film school at the Filmacademy Baden-Württenberg and have started working with PRETTYBIRD and their Partner SONNY in London (Fredrik Bond’s production company).
For more information about Aleksander have a look at his work on: http://aleksanderbach.com
Many thanks Alksander, and I hope everything works out for you! Good luck for the future!
Emeline
