Niko von Glasow
German filmmaker and advocate for thalidomide survivors.
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Niko von Glasow, born in 1960, is a German filmmaker who founded Palladio Film and the Niko von Glasow Foundation. His documentary "NoBody's Perfect" sparked a campaign that secured increased compensation for thalidomide victims in Germany.
Career
After film school in Lodz, Poland, von Glasow debuted with "Wedding Guests," which earned the German Critic's Prize at the Berlin Film Festival. He also worked on "Maries's Song" (a three-time German Film Award winner), "Edelweiss Pirates," and co-produced Tom Tykwer's "Winter Sleepers." In 2008, he persuaded eleven other thalidomide survivors to pose nude for a calendar. The resulting documentary, "NoBody's Perfect," won a German Film Award and sparked a campaign for thalidomide victims.
He then wrote and developed a live theatre piece featuring actors with physical and mental disabilities, documented in "Everything Will Be Alright." His most recent film, "Shoot Me. Kiss Me. Cut!," tracks twelve young filmmakers chasing fame with their take on Romeo and Juliet.
Von Glasow belongs to BAFTA, the European Film Academy, and the German Film Academy. He speaks internationally as a motivational speaker and leads scriptwriting and directing workshops. He also operates a charity focused on girls' education and the arts, primarily in East Asia.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where was Niko von Glasow born?
Niko von Glasow was born in 1960 in Cologne, West Germany.
When was Niko von Glasow active?
Niko von Glasow has been active since 1990.
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- Wikipedia: Niko von Glasow (CC BY-SA 4.0).
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