Directing
Heinz Emigholz
Heinz Emigholz, born in 1948 near Bremen, Germany, began his career as a draftsman before delving into philosophy and literature studies in Hamburg. His filmmaking journey commenced in 1968, and since 1973, he has established himself as a multifaceted filmmaker, artist, writer, and producer across Germany and the USA.
In 1974, Emigholz initiated his extensive drawing series, *The Basis of Make-Up*, which underpins much of his artistic exploration. His film series, *Photography and Beyond*, launched in 1984, reflects his deep engagement with visual culture. Emigholz's academic contributions include a professorship in Experimental Filmmaking at the Universität der Künste Berlin from 1993 to 2013, where he played a pivotal role in co-founding the Institute for Time-based Media and the Art and Media program. His influence has been recognized through his membership in the Academy of Arts in Berlin since 2012.
In 2003, Filmgalerie 451 began releasing an edition of his films on DVD, ensuring his cinematic work reached a broader audience. Emigholz has authored numerous significant publications, including *Krieg der Augen, Kreuz der Sinne* (War of Eyes, Cross of Senses), *Seit Freud gesagt hat, der Künstler heile seine Neurose selbst* (Since Freud Said That the Artist Heals His Neuroses Himself), and *Normalsatz – Siebzehn Filme* (Ordinary Sentence – Seventeen Films). His influential work, *Sense of Architecture*, features over 600 photographs, further showcasing his unique perspective on art and architecture.
