Johannes Büttner
Directing
Biography
Johannes Büttner studied at the University of the Arts in Berlin and at De Ateliers in Amsterdam. His work deals with speculative as well as scientifically based socio-economic phenomena. Most recently, Johannes participated in the 16th Istanbul Biennial (2019) and in exhibitions at the Palais de Tokyo in Paris (2018), the Kunsthalle Mainz (2020), and the Ruhr Ding (2021). Johannes' work has been honored with numerous scholarships and awards. In 2022, his film PLATFORM was nominated for the German Short Film Prize.
Known For
David is a raw vegan influencer. In addition to spreading supplements, he also shares stories about dark forces and God. The film delves into a complex world between conspiracy ideologies and self-optimization, portraying people who want to establish a kingdom in Germany.
Soldiers of Light
Is yesterday’s science fiction today’s social documentary? Real stories from gig-workers in the delivery sector intertwine with Neal Stephenson's cyberpunk classic Snow Crash.
Platform
Director Daniel Hopp and his neighbor Daggi, a former private investigator from East Berlin, investigate the death of his previous tenant. Daggi not only brings with her keen powers of observation, but also her own story of escape, ruptures, and distrustful care. During their investigation, their two biographies become increasingly intertwined—reinforced by an actor who embodies Hopp and elevates the events to a reflexive meta-level.