Maria Speth

Hailing from Germany's cinematic world, Maria Speth was born in 1967 in Aalen, a small town in southern Germany. Active since 1994, she is known for her exceptional work in the genre of drama, her most notable films including "Madonnen" (2007) and "Daughters" (2014), both of which have garnered critical acclaim and won awards, including the prestigious German Film Critics Award for Best Screenplay. Speth’s directorial style is characterized by her meticulous focus on characters' emotional landscapes, their interpersonal relationships, and the societal norms that influence them.

From the heart, Maria Speth is a director who transforms simple everyday life into compelling narratives, and through her lens, opens a window into the depths of complex human emotions and interactions.