Born in Tirol, Austria, in 1976. He first studied Painting and Philosophy, later Directing at the Vienna Film Academy. During his studies, he produced several short films and documentaries together with Thomas Reider. His first feature-length documentary Outing (2012) is closely linked to his multi-award-winning film debut Stillleben (Still life, 2011). His third feature film Great Freedom premiered at Cannes Film Festival 2021.
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Sebastian Meise is an Austrian filmmaker and screenwriter, celebrated for his introspective dramas such as the acclaimed Great Freedom.
He is recognized for directing films like Great Freedom and Still Life, which frequently explore themes of institutional oppression and human resilience.
His work often focuses on the persistence of intimacy and human connection within the constraints of historical or social systems.
