Alexander Hahn, a remarkable individual, entered this world on March 23, 1967, in Riga, Latvia, a city that was then under the Soviet Union's jurisdiction. His mother, Olga Hahn, was a textile specialist, while his father, Waldemar Hahn, was a multifaceted individual who possessed a wide range of skills and talents. He was an X-ray engineer, a tank commander, a wrestling champion, and a passive dissident, showcasing his versatility and strength of character.
Alexander's family was quite extensive, with notable members including his uncle, Georg Hahn, who was an ice-hockey trainer. His grandmother, Paula Hahn, was a fish-selling dancing queen, adding a touch of flair and excitement to the family's dynamics. His grandfather, Erwin Hahn, was an asthmatic railroad gardener, who despite his health challenges, remained a vital part of the family. Additionally, Alexander's great-grandmother, Miriamija Zaikina, was a remarkable woman who had only one tooth, yet still managed to maintain a strong spirit and presence.
Alexander's early life was marked by a significant event, as his family left the Soviet Union when he was just 10 years old. They settled in Bavaria, Germany, where Alexander spent his formative years, laying the foundation for his future growth and development.
Alexander embarked on a linguistic journey by enrolling in a language school in Munich for a period of one year, preceding his enrollment at the esteemed Vienna Film Academy. It was during his tenure at the film academy that he established a professional connection with the renowned Latvian filmmakers, Ivars Seleckis and Talivalvis Margevics, and even had the privilege of serving as their interpreter at a prominent film festival. This valuable experience laid the groundwork for his future endeavors, as he subsequently had the opportunity to helm his inaugural 35mm short feature film in Latvia, mere moments prior to the declaration of independence by the Baltic states from the Soviet Union.
Alexander Hahn, a German national, made the significant move to Austria in 1989, marking the beginning of his illustrious career in the film industry. Following his graduation from the esteemed Vienna Filmacademy in 1996, he went on to direct his debut feature film, "Far Away From St. Petersburg", which garnered widespread recognition and accolades. The film received the prestigious Gold Special Jury Award at the Houston International Film Festival in 1993 and was also showcased at the renowned AFI Film Festival in Los Angeles.
Throughout his extensive career, Alexander has had the privilege of collaborating with a diverse and impressive array of talented actors and directors, including the likes of Maria DE Medeiros, Chulpan Khamatova, Dominique Pinon, Tobias Moretti, Orlando Wells, Birgit Minichmayr, Detlev Buck, Roland Düringer, Otto Grünmandl, Yevgenia Kryukova, Daniil Spivakovsky, Erni Mangold, Aurelija Anuzhite, Igor Klass, Gundars Abolins, Justin Krish, Jerzy Palacz, Milanka Comfort, Bakhtyar Khudojnazarov, Reinhard Schwabenitzky, and Hubert Sauper, to name a few.
