100 years of Nosferatu: The cult horror film from MV is still enthusiastic today!

100 years of Nosferatu: The cult horror film from MV is still enthusiastic today!

This day of time Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania has a proud tradition in film production that started with the legendary horror film "Nosferatu-a symphony of horror". This milestone celebrated its premiere on March 4, 1922, and the shooting took place in the picturesque old town of Wismar. Over 100 years later, the influence of the film on the local film landscape is undeniable. Since then, the country has not only made a name for itself in the field of film productions, but is also considered an internationally respected center for creativity and culture. [SVZ] (https://www.svz.de/regional/mecklenburg-vorpommern/dieser-film-film-vor--s-s-s-in-mv-shoot- 3681715) reports that numerous films such as "Police Call 110" and "SOKO Wismar" have been created here.

The Schwerin Castle was even the scene in the first part of "Kingsman: The Secret Service", where it served as a backdrop for the Swedish royal palace. The Mirow Castle also served as a backdrop for the "Bridgerton" TV series, if not for the shooting. Filmmakers in the region will find support from MV Filmförderung GmbH, which makes it easier for creatives to implement their projects.

Film Kunstfest MV and the latest winners

Another highlight in the film landscape of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania is the annual film art festival MV. Not only local films are celebrated here, but there are also a variety of prices to be won. This year's festival again demonstrated its flair for talents. The main prize in the game film competition, the "Flying Ochse", was awarded for the film "Impatience of the Heart" (directed by Lauro Cress), while the NDR director's award went to Pia here for her film "Altweiber summer". Other awards include the prize for the best performing performance that went to Bettina Stucky for "Bagger Drama", as well as the audience award that "I die. Are you coming?" won, with this film also received the DEFA Foundation's sponsorship award. Filmkunstfest

• honorary prize - The Golden Ochse: Barbara Sukowa
• main prize in the game film competition - the flying ox: "impatience of the heart" (director: Lauro Cress)
• NDR directing price in the Film Competition: "Altweibersommer" (director: Pia Fernzegger)
• Price for the best performing performance: Bettina Stucky ("Bagger drama")
• Young talent price: Ladina von Frisching and Giulio Brizzi ("impatience of the heart")
• Price for the best documentary: "Letters from the Wilcza" and "Facades"

News from the film industry

In August 2024 the premiere of the documentary “Die Gresser girls” took place in Schwerin. Another remarkable project is the film "On the ground", which was shot in Neubrandenburg and Neustrelitz and picks up the explosive topic of bullying. These large number of productions show that Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania is not only known for its historical influence in the film, but also for the progressiveness and relevance of his current works.

Every year, creativity and commitment in the region are growing, and support from institutions such as MV Filmförderung GmbH ensures that the country remains a attraction for filmmakers. The coming times promise exciting developments in the lively film landscape of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. We can be excited to see what will come next!