2Pilots Filmproduction

2020, 108 min
by Miguel Müller-Frank

WITH ONE'S OWN EYES observes the daily work of the editors of the renowned German political TV magazine MONITOR which is known for its investigative, opinionative and often polarizing journalism since its first airing 55 years ago. The documentary focuses on the creation of one MONITOR program and follows the editors on their investigative research on right-wing extremists in connection with the murder of politician Walter Lübcke. Produced without television funds and solely funded by the Film- and Mediafund NRW, WITH ONE'S OWN EYES is the sixth full-length documentary by Miguel Müller-Frank.

Germany 2009, 64 min
by Katharina Pethke

Ever frequently, irritations, anxiety disorders, burn-out, depressions, and other psychological illnesses have become a reason for employees to obtain a sick certificate. How are 24/7 availability, multitasking, or the abolition of regular working hours linked to this phenomenon? In her graduation film for Cologne Academy of Media Arts, Katharina Pethke portrays the blurring of boundaries at work and the insecurities provoked by this. BURNING WITHIN shows people looking for help: seminars and coaching sessions where the coaches guide people towards self-guidance.