Till Schauder is a celebrated and accomplished filmmaker and photographer, renowned for his exceptional skill and expertise in directing and photographing a wide-ranging and diverse array of award-winning films that have garnered widespread critical acclaim and have premiered at numerous prestigious and highly respected film festivals around the world, earning him a reputation as a master of his craft and a prominent figure in the film industry.
Notable film festivals that have showcased Schauder's impressive cinematic works include the Tribeca Film Festival, a prominent annual event in New York City that celebrates storytelling through film, as well as the Berlin International Film Festival, a prestigious gathering of filmmakers and industry professionals from around the world. The Tokyo International Film Festival is another prominent festival that has featured Schauder's films, attracting a diverse audience of movie enthusiasts and critics alike.
Schauder's creative endeavors have been made possible through a combination of grants and co-productions with a diverse range of partners. These partners include leading television networks such as HBO, renowned film organizations like the Sundance Documentary Institute, and independent production companies like Fork Films. The Catapult Film Fund, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting innovative documentary storytelling, has also played a significant role in funding Schauder's projects. The Jerome Foundation, a leading arts organization that supports emerging artists, has also provided essential funding for Schauder's work. Additionally, Schauder has received support from the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA),a vital institution that promotes and supports the arts in New York State.
Furthermore, Schauder's films have benefited from collaborations with prominent European film organizations, including the Film und Medienstiftung NRW, a leading film foundation in Germany, and the FFA/German Federal Film Board, a government-funded organization that supports the German film industry. Schauder has also partnered with ITVS, a public media organization that supports innovative storytelling and documentary filmmaking. The ARD and ZDF, two prominent German television networks, have also played a significant role in funding and distributing Schauder's films.
Schauder's remarkable documentary credits encompass a diverse range of thought-provoking films, including THE IRAN JOB, a cinematic masterpiece that garnered significant attention from the Academy, earning an Oscar nomination and a spot on the shortlist for a prestigious German Academy Award.
Furthermore, WHEN GOD SLEEPS, a poignant and powerful documentary, made its television debut on the esteemed Independent Lens, and went on to receive the Most Valuable Documentary award at the esteemed Cinema For Peace Berlinale, solidifying its status as a standout in the documentary genre. Additionally, it was shortlisted for a German Academy Award, a testament to its exceptional quality and impact.
Schauder's documentary portfolio also boasts WARRIORS OF FAITH, a German Television Academy Award winner, and a nominee for the prestigious Prix Europa, a distinction that highlights its excellence in storytelling and cinematic craftsmanship.
Lastly, REGGAE BOYZ, a documentary co-produced with the renowned ARTE France, rounds out Schauder's impressive credits, earning a nomination for a German Television Academy Award, further solidifying his reputation as a talented and accomplished documentary filmmaker.
Schauder's most recent cinematic endeavour, A REVOLUTION ON CANVAS, a 2023 HBO Original production co-directed and co-produced in collaboration with Sara Nodjoumi, is a poignant and thought-provoking film that delves into the life and artistic legacy of his father-in-law, the enigmatic and controversial Iranian artist Nicky Nodjoumi.
This powerful and emotionally charged film made its world premiere at the prestigious Tribeca Film Festival, garnering widespread critical acclaim and recognition, and went on to win numerous awards, including the esteemed Brizzolara Foundation Award for Films of Conflict and Resolution at the Hamptons International Film Festival.
Moreover, A REVOLUTION ON CANVAS was included on several prominent critics' lists for Best Films of the Year 2023, cementing its status as a standout cinematic achievement of the year.
