Julian Benedikt
Julian Benedikt, a documentary filmmaker with a passion for people, light, and music, emerged from an artistic family in Neubeuern am Inn. Inspired by legendary drummer Chico Hamilton’s “Conquistadores,” he created his debut film, “Chico Hamilton – Dancing To A Different Drummer.” Known for exploring cultural nuances, he gained acclaim for “Blue Note – A Story Of Modern Jazz” and produced notable works on figures like Helmut Newton. Benedikt’s diverse projects include films, TV commercials, and collaborations with influential figures across music, sports, art, and business.
BLUE NOTE – A STORY OF MODERN JAZZ
In his works, Benedikt creatively expresses characteristic features by exploring the oscillation between cultural similarities and differences. In filming, his images are not meant to present preconceived notions, but to gently sever the viewer from his opinions and ideas
Nothing is as it seems. It depends on our perception. Beauty shines on the surface, but it is not the surface.
In the beginning of his cinematic journey, Julian Benedikt continued to deal with the subject of music and film and especially JAZZ. For his 3rd film „Blue Note – A Story Of Modern Jazz“ Julian received international acclaim and many awards. Another important milestone in his career was the production of a tribute to world-renowned photographer Helmut Newton: „SUMO“.
JAZZ SEEN
Beside long format films for television and cinema, Julian has produced and directed commercials and image films and different campaigns for commercial clients . He has worked with many of the most influential people in music, sports, art and economy, focusing on motor sport and soccer.
GRAMMY nomination Best Long Video für BLUE NOTE
winner of the VISION Award (National Association of Minorities in Communications) for BLUE NOTE
Gewinner des PEABODY-Award für BLUE NOTE
Rocky (BANFF Television Festival) for BLUE NOTE
Auswahlliste zur Nominierung zum Besten Dokumentarfilm
(Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences /USA) für BLUE NOTE
Winner of the C.I.C.A.E.-Award (World Association of Art Cinemas) best film for BLUE NOTE
Books, Films and ExhibitionsFILMWORK
2024 REAL KINGS, BENEDIKT PICTURES with F4 GmbH
2024 THE GLICKENHAUS STORY, BENEDIKT PICTURES with F4 GmbH
2023 THE SPIRIT OF THE ORGAN, BENEDIKT PICTURES with ZDF and ARTE, IOOF
2023 HELMUT NEWTON LEGACY, BENEDIKT PICTURES with ZDF and ARTE
2022 JAZZ&KLASSIK MÜNCHENER KLAVIERSOMMER Loft Music Productions, BENEDIKT PICTURES, ARD
2021 UNICEF Covid Spot TV Commercial for bbdo worldwide
2020 LATE NIGHT SHOW TV SHOW, BENEDIKT PICTURES for PATRIZIA AG
2019 ALFA ROMEO – THE STORY OF A TRUE LEGEND, BENEDIKT PICTURES for Sky Germany, 60 minutes
2017 MUSIC MIND – KARL BERGER
BENEDIKT PICTURES mit SWR, Polyester Studios, Doku, 55 min und Kinofassung 80 min
2015 EBERHARD WEBER – BASS REBELL, AV COMMUNICATIONS mit SWR, Dokumentarfilm, 52 M