Jetzt Song is an experimental short film. In a speculative future scenario, a woman has achieved near immortality through technological advancements. Contemplating the essence of existence, she questions the feasibility and implications of greatly prolonging lifespan. Is this a mere fantasy or a potentially alarming future prospect?
Born in 1960 in Eisenach, Germany, Michael Schindhelm studied Quantum Chemistry in Voronezh, formerly part of the Soviet Union. He is known for translating Russian literature into German, including works by Tchekhov, Gogol, Gorki, and Mandelshtam. In addition to being a film director, he is a novelist, writer, and publisher, as well as a performing arts expert and cultural advisor for international organizations. He has taught at various universities in Europe and Asia and was the founding director of the Dubai Culture & Arts Authority. Previously, he served as the CEO of Theater Basel from 1996 to 2003 and as the General Director of the Berlin Opera Foundation from 2005 to 2007. Currently, he is based in Italian-speaking Switzerland.
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