Virgil Vernier

Born in 1976 in the Paris region, he has been making films since 2001.

His films combine fiction, documentary and myth, seeking to give a voice to contemporary characters while paying close attention to the landscapes and histories that shape them. They have been screened at the Directors' Fortnight (Cannes), ACID (Cannes), Locarno, IndieLisboa, Berlin, Rotterdam and San Sebastian.

In 2022 he won the Prix Jean Vigo for his film KINDERTOTENLIEDER.