Antoine Monot, Jr, a Swiss citizen by nationality, made his grand entrance into the world in Germany during the year 1975. As his life's journey unfolded, he embarked upon a career in the entertainment industry, having first laid the foundation for his success through his rigorous training as a director at the renowned Hochschule für Musik und Theater Zürich. Following the completion of his training, Monot ventured forth to undertake a multitude of public relations mandates for touring theater groups, thereby showcasing his versatility and dedication to the craft.
In the year 1993, a pivotal moment in his life unfolded as he embarked on a creative endeavour, producing the short film "Timing" for the esteemed Hochschule für Gestaltung und Kunst Zürich, thus inaugurating his journey as a filmmaker. This inaugural project marked the beginning of a long and illustrious career in the cinematic arts. Following this auspicious start, he went on to make a significant impact in the German film industry by appearing in a multitude of notable films, including "Jazz" in 1994, "Gigantics" in 1999, "Lammbock" in 2001, "The Experiment" in 2001, "The Family Jewels" in 2003, and "Blaue Grenze, Die" in 2005.
Notably, Monot, Jr has pursued a multifaceted career that extends beyond his impressive acting credentials.
In 1999, he co-founded the Creative Arts Management Talent Agency in Zurich alongside Karl Spoerri, taking an active role in shaping the company's trajectory.
Initially, Monot, Jr served as an agent, expertly guiding the agency's operations before transitioning to a consultant role as the company continued to evolve.
Sadly, the agency's existence came to a close in 2005, marking the end of Monot, Jr's involvement with the organization.
Since 2004, Monot, Jr has established himself as a prolific writer, penning a regular column for the popular youth magazine "Blond".
Later, he expanded his writing endeavors to include contributions to the online platform www.kolumnen.de/monot.html, further solidifying his reputation as a talented and versatile individual.
Antoine Monot, Jr's professional journey reached a significant milestone in 2004, as he shouldered the responsibility of spearheading the development and web presentation of the English digital film festival "onedotzero_adventures in moving image". This ambitious project was subsequently brought to life in Zurich during the autumn of 2006.
Furthermore, Antoine Monot, Jr holds the distinction of being a founding member of the prestigious Zurich Film Festival, and he currently serves as its Programme Director, bringing his expertise and passion to the role.
