Films by Nina Koshofer

Germany 2024, 90 min
by Nina Koshofer, Christian Twente

The exciting story from the beginning to the specialization of surgery, a fascinating journey through time from antiquity to the first performed heart surgery. This documentary was filmed on the most important places in the history of surgery in Germany, Austria, Great Britain, Italy, France, Hungary and USA. With the help of reenactments, outstanding archival footage and international interviewees the two films bring various medical pioneers to life and allow the audience to experience key events in the history of surgery.

Germany 2012, 225 min
by Monika Kirschner, Marion Schmidt, Meike Hemschemeier, Nina Koshofer

Vichy, Carlsbad, Bad Ragaz – The splendid health spas of the belle époque remain to this day, with their eccentric architecture, exclusive Grand Hotels, glamorous thermal springs, bright columned halls, playful drinking fountains and broad promenades. The most successful spas have been able to hold onto the old understanding of the good life while simultaneously embracing modernity. Set against some of the most stunning landscapes in Europe, these health resorts continue to expand our knowledge of the healing power nature possess - of air, water, salt, stone, vegetation and climate. It is for this very reason that they are currently experiencing an impressive renaissance. This visually glamorous and charming five-part series presents the success stories of the most beautiful health resorts in Europe. Part 1: Austria, Bad Ischl - The Invention of the Summer Retreat Part 2: Italy, Montecatini - The Healing Springs of Tuscany Part 3: France, Vichy - The Queen of Health Resorts Part 4: Czech Republic, Carlsbad, Franzbad and Marienbad - The Bohemian Spa Triangle Part 5: Switzerland, Bad Ragaz - The Source of the Good Life.