Take the long way home

An ordinary and yet special day turns Julie's life, which over the years leads her to ask herself a life-defining question.

  • Valerie Hopf
    Director
  • Valerie Hopf
    Writer
  • Valerie Hopf
    Producer
  • Lia Lemke
    Key Cast
    "Julié"
  • Jeannette Wernecke
    Key Cast
    "Maribelle"
  • Ben Hoffmann
    Key Cast
    "Jean"
  • Project Type:
    Short, Student
  • Genres:
    Drama
  • Runtime:
    16 minutes 50 seconds
  • Production Budget:
    2,300 EUR
  • Country of Origin:
    Germany
  • Country of Filming:
    Germany
  • Language:
    German
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes - Fachhochschule Aachen
Director Biography - Valerie Hopf

I'm Valerie, a 27-year-old filmmaker from Cologne, Germany. I recently completed my bachelor film project at the University of Applied Sciences Aachen, a work that is very close to my heart. This is my second film project so far, which I have realized within my film career as a director, screenwriter and producer.

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Director Statement

The film tells my personal and moving journey. I want to present my feelings and experiences I had at that time to a wide audience, and give the film a voice. This movie was made with a lot of passion and dedication. I want viewers to feel this by sharing the deep, emotional experiences of my own story. I want to express hope and optimism.
The film is not only a final exam, but also an expression of my passion for film and my courage to tell my personal story.