Marika Sophie
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Biography
Marika Sophie is a German filmmaker based in London. Since completing her Master’s degree at the London Film Academy, she has worked on numerous projects as a Director, Producer, and First Assistant Director.
Known For
Melissa and Olive, two spirited sisters with no filmmaking experience, embark on an ambitious project to document their parent's bizarre and hilarious journey through ‘parental puberty’. Armed with a camera and a sense of adventure, they create a chaotic documentary filled with comedic mishaps, unexpected insights, and a heartfelt exploration of family dynamics in the face of change.
Parental Puberty
Replacing body parts is dangerous. Frankenstein loved it. Olga hates it. Being gender-agnostic means they get to wear whatever they want, but human parts come infused with emotions. Painful memories stuck inside a boy’s left eye set Olga off on a hunt and puts a target on their back.
Olga
In a rural English village, a group of enthusiasts take part in the annual worm-charming championships in a desperate attempt for local immortality.
The Worm Charmers
In a London pub, two friends, Henry and Olivia, meet to reminisce about memories and reflect on their past relationship, while struggling to define their future.