Private Project

KUTLING

In a moment of spontaneity a young waiter writes a note on the back of a bill for two young women. His spontaneous gesture catches the attention of the entire cafe but what follows is a spiral of tragic consequences.
KUTLING is a haunting exploration of modern apathy—where the true price of bravery is revealed.

  • Aleksander Priess
    Director
    MODER, Feed The Dog, Alt Vi Elsker
  • Jacob Utzon Krefeld
    Writer
    KAOS Netflix
  • Cecilie Kjaer
    Producer
  • jacob Utzon Krefeld
    Producer
    KAOS Netflix
  • Donald Anderson
    Producer
    DALI
  • Jacob Utzon Krefeld
    Key Cast
    "Bastian"
    KAOS Netflix
  • Neesha Dewa
    Key Cast
    "Neesh"
    Copenhagen Cowboy Netflix
  • Isabella Nigro
    Key Cast
    "Sophie"
  • Ellen Hovmand
    Key Cast
    "Marie"
  • Jannie Gotschalk Jensen
    Key Cast
    "Anne"
  • Hjalte Ilsøe Gustavussen
    Key Cast
    "Mark"
  • Oliver Jacoby
    Key Cast
    "Ole"
  • Christian Vinther
    Key Cast
    "Thief"
  • Sussie Nøhr
    Key Cast
    "Old Lady"
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Runtime:
    5 minutes 11 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    December 1, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    6,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Denmark
  • Country of Filming:
    Denmark
  • Language:
    Danish
  • Shooting Format:
    digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    2.85:1
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Aleksander Priess

RECENT PROJECTS:
FEED THE DOG - EKKO Shortlist Award Nominated 'AUDIENCE CHOICE'

AUDIENCE AWARD
Divein 48hours festival | 2024

BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY
Next Film Festival | 2017

While largely self-taught, I sought formal training at a film school in Eastern Denmark to refine my skills as a Director of Photography and it was at this school I realized that my true calling lies in directing. 
I grew up in a separated family and navigated through constant change and limited time with my parents. Solitude shaped my perspective, fostering a deep appreciation for the power of storytelling.
Now I can proudly say that my unique style has been tested, pushed and reshaped into a skillset I never thought imaginable and it has led me to KUTLING - my latest baby as a director.

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Director Statement

With KUTLING, I saw an opportunity to tell a "slice of life" story that highlights the subtle but powerful shift between generations. By focusing on an everyday setting—a café, where moments often pass unnoticed—I wanted to create a film that speaks to the quiet tension and disconnect that exists between people today. This story is about empathy, courage, and indifference in an increasingly detached world.
Visually, I have grand ambitions for the film. Through thoughtful framing and atmospheric design, I aim to reflect the complexity of the characters’ relationships and the world they inhabit. The interactions between our characters will feel real yet surreal, as their actions begin to reveal larger truths about our society.