Experiencing Interruptions?

Senshi Suni

Suni lives a solitary life, retreating into the world of streaming from the confines of her small apartment. As "Senshi Suni" she streams first-person shooter games, finding not only comfort and financial support from her growing community but also creating a safe space for herself and others. While she strives for mental healing, Suni must also confront the pervasive sexism and darker aspects of online life.

  • Valentin Räber
    Director
  • Valentin Räber
    Writer
  • Sophia Rubischung Dschoint Ventschr
    Producer
  • Sunari Sangrigoli
    Key Cast
    "Senshi Suni"
  • Luca Keller
    Director of Photography
  • Carmen Walker
    Editor
  • Florian Hillner
    Location Sound
  • Vuk Vukmanovic Masé Studios
    Sound Design
  • Boris Rabusseau Freestudios Geneva
    Colograding
  • Project Type:
    Documentary
  • Runtime:
    14 minutes 58 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    November 1, 2024
  • Country of Origin:
    Switzerland
  • Country of Filming:
    Switzerland
  • Language:
    Swiss German
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
  • 60. Solothurner Filmtage
    Solothurn
    Switzerland
    January 25, 2025
    National Premiere
Director Biography - Valentin Räber

Born in Zurich in the early '90s. After high school, he pursued a period of exploration, eventually landing an internship in television. Since 2017, he has been studying film at the Zurich University of the Arts, focusing on screenwriting and editing. He currently works as a freelance editor and documentary director in the style of direct cinema.

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Director Statement

In my opinion, it is particularly important in this day and age to counteract dystopian concerns and see the opportunities that lie in change. For example, the progress of new communication technologies also offers the chance to break away from conservative ideas of relationships and try out new forms. This movie explores one way in which a person's social needs can be met without physical meetings.

I also want this film to challenge stereotypes about gamers. Gaming can foster creativity, spatial awareness, and decision-making skills and, as we see with Suni, it can also be a place for genuine social engagement. I believe that professional gaming has valuable potential for society, and perhaps this film can help illuminate that.