FRAGILE, 3min., Germany, Experimental
Directed by Lucas Buchholz, Bernd Brink
Every day, millions of packages are shipped, billions of messages are sent—our world seems more connected than ever. Even in the most remote corners of the planet, we are within reach. But have we truly come closer to one another?

Get to know filmmakers Lucas Buchholz + Bernd Brink:

1. What motivated you to make this film?

FRAGILE is the second part of a free audiovisual project by Weissraum. In electronic sound and vision we approach the topics of our time that concern us. FRAGILE (https://youtu.be/g-eE1hkR2T4) is about how aware we are of what we send – wether words, goods, or signals.
With our first piece RE, we focused on overconsumption and plastic waste. Click here for the clip RE, the first part of our series - a multiple award winner: https://youtu.be/qnXTpaTe5F0

2. From the idea to the finished product, how long did it take for you to make this film?

The initial idea came about years ago when we found the head of "Lilli", the blonde mannequin, at a flea market. The production of the movie itself took about eight months. During this time, we also produced the soundtrack, which gives our film its emotional depth.

3. How would you describe your film in two words!?

Handle Carefully!

4. What was the biggest obstacle you faced in completing this film?

99% of all images and motion sequences were generated with AI, but all editing and cutting was done manually. This was done to ensure that every single part was absolutely as we intended. Learning: Using AI doesn't mean it's faster - it's just a different approach. What's new is that there are no (material) limits to the imagination.

5. What were your initial reactions when watching the audience talking about your film in the feedback video?

Wow, how cool - it seems like people are feeling, thinking and reacting to our movie the way we hoped they would.

6. When did you realize that you wanted to make films?

It's always been a part of our work in communication design. Please also check our WS: weissraum.de

7. What film have you seen the most in your life?

Blade Runner Parts one and two.

8. What other elements of the festival experience can we and other festivals implement to satisfy you and help you further your filmmaking career?

The bigger the audience, the better. It's important for us to reach as many people as possible. But for now, we are very satisfied with your festival.

9. You submitted to the festival via FilmFreeway. How has your experiences been working on the festival platform site?

It is very convenient and easy to use. We really appreciate working with it. And it's nice that we often get direct invitations and even more favorable offers from festivals.

10. What is your favorite meal?

We love italian pasta – in many different ways.

11. What is next for you? A new film?

Yes! The third, fourth and fifth parts of our film concept are already in the works at the same time. The aim is to give our individual films a larger whole. When we have finished the next parts of the entire concept material, we will let you know. Until then, thank you again for featuring us here.