Jan Ole Gerster

Jan Ole Gerster, a notable figure in contemporary German cinema, was born in 1978 in Hagen, Germany. Active since 2008, Gerster has primarily dabbled in drama, best known for his films "Oh Boy" (2012) and "Lara" (2019), both of which have garnered critical acclaim and numerous awards, including the European Discovery Award at the European Film Awards for "Oh Boy". Gerster's authorial style is marked by his keen ability to blend humor with melancholy, resulting in films that are as emotionally resonant as they are entertaining.

In a more personal light, Jan Ole Gerster is a director who astounds with his insightful portrayals of the human condition, proving that German cinema is far from being all about cold, hard realism.