Timo von Gunten

Making waves in the world of short films, Timo von Gunten was born in Zurich, Switzerland in 1989 and has been active in the film industry since 2009. Von Gunten is noted for his work primarily in the drama genre with his most acclaimed short film, "La Femme et le TGV" (2016), earning him an Academy Award nomination. His authorial style is characterized by his ability to weave deeply human stories within a tight time frame, capturing audience emotions with precision and depth. There's a beautiful vulnerability in von Gunten's storytelling that, despite the brevity of his films, leaves a lasting impact on viewers.