short · 2026 · Director of Photography
Currents of the Past
Some things only surface when you stop swimming
A slow-burn drama set along the Dutch coastline, following two estranged siblings reuniting after a decade apart. The cinematography mirrors their emotional distance — wide, observational frames that slowly tighten as barriers break down. Shot entirely with natural light and practicals.
Behind the Scenes
Planning & Interviews
Currents of the Past — 18 days on the Dutch coast
The logistics, the weather, the creative decisions. How we shot a feature-quality short on the North Sea with a skeleton crew.
Cast & Crew
Director
Maren de Vries
Director of Photography
Ali Ozturk
Producer
Tobias Hendricks
Colorist
Lena Karlsson
Sound Design
Omar Farah
Production Design
Nina Bakker
Creative Partner
Yunus
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Available for short films, feature films, and documentary projects.