Christian Petzold

A master of suspense and emotional subtlety, Christian Petzold was born in 1960 in Hilden, West Germany. Active in his directing career since 1995, Petzold has primarily worked in the drama and thriller genres, with his most acclaimed films including "Barbara" and "Phoenix", both of which have had significant recognition and won numerous awards at major film festivals. Petzold's authorial style is marked by his deliberate pacing, minimalist storytelling, and his ability to evoke intense emotions with the simplest of cinematic tools. Above all, Petzold is a director who deeply understands and portrays the human condition, making his films an exploration of not just stories, but souls.