Hey there, dear readers! I hope you’re all doing well. It’s been a while since I last checked in with you, but I come bearing exciting news today – my first documentary, “Hemp for Future,” is finally available online, and I couldn’t be more thrilled to share this journey with you all.
This documentary project has been a labor of love, a journey that began when I had the privilege of meeting indigenous hemp women entrepreneurs in Nepal. They introduced me to the magic and versatility of hemp, igniting a spark of curiosity and passion that has burned brightly ever since. Over the years, I’ve delved into the world of hemp, interviewed local farmers near Berlin, and discovered why hemp is such a sustainable solution, especially in the face of the climate crisis.
Creating this documentary was not without its challenges, and there were moments when it seemed like an uphill battle. However, I am incredibly grateful for all the people I’ve met along the way and the invaluable lessons I’ve learned through this journey.
It´s been quiete a journey so far and the end isn´t near but as we know its all about the company 🙂
One of the highlights of this project was my collaboration with Martin Wittau, Vice President of the Bundesvereinigung Nachhaltigkeit (Federal Sustainability Association). We both shared a deep passion for hemp, and with his support, I was able to complete the post-production work and use top-quality equipment. Despite the setbacks caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, we persevered, and in the end, it all came together beautifully.
To celebrate the completion of the documentary, we organized a hemp Vernissage at the stunning rooms of Martin’s German Sustainability Association. We partnered with pioneers in the hemp food industry, such as CHIRON and TURN Hemp beer, who provided delicious hemp pesto, chocolate, and beer. We even had fresh-baked hemp bread (no THC, I promise!) to accompany our five events.
The film screenings and Hemp vernissage took place in the building of the German Federal Sustainability Association (Bundesvereinigung Nachhaltigkeit)
These events were attended by a diverse and engaging crowd, including individuals from politics, media, cannabis-hemp entrepreneurs, cannabis patients, family, friends, students, and climate activists. The whole team at the Bundesvereinigung Nachhaltigkeit played a crucial role in making these events a resounding success.
During our events, we were delighted to host pioneers from the Berlin Cannabis scene, as well as several board members of the German Cannabis industry association (Branchenverband Cannabiswirtschaft). Adding to the excitement, some of the farmers featured in our documentary also joined us. Their presence enriched our discussions and deepened our connection to the hemp and cannabis communities, highlighting the significance of hemp advocacy and sustainability.
One of the unique aspects of our events was the presentation of various hemp products, including items from the German hemp museum. My tiny private collection and samples from other companies showcased hemp’s incredible versatility, from animal bedding and rope to building materials, modern textiles, cosmetics, shampoo, paper, tea, beer, gin, and even medicinal applications.
The film screenings themselves were unique, employing the technique of “interrupted screening.” This approach involved pausing the documentary at key moments to ask the audience thought-provoking questions, sparking discussions among strangers that led to deeper engagement with the topic and the formation of personal connections.
The result? What started as an unknown crowd at each event became a group of friends, and some incredibly strong friendships were forged. It was a truly beautiful experience.
As the sun set during our fifth event, my friend Alessia, a fire dancer, treated us to a mesmerizing performance with fireballs in the garden, providing the perfect closing ceremony for this series of events.
In the weeks that followed, I had the privilege of screening the documentary two more times, once at a sustainability festival in XBerg and another at the enchanting Lusatia Festival. At the latter, I even hosted a workshop on how to make seed bombs, further spreading the message of sustainability.
Now, let’s delve into some quick facts about the documentary:
- Duration of Production: 2 years
- Interviews Conducted: 4
- Countries Featured: Nepal, Germany (Uckermark)
- Release Date: June 2022
- Total Screenings: 5 (PULSRAUM Berlin, Wandellab, Lusatia-Festival)
- Availability: Online since 2023
I’m beyond excited to have “Hemp for Future” available for everyone to watch online, and I hope it inspires you to explore the incredible world of hemp and its potential for a sustainable future. Thank you for being a part of this journey, and I can’t wait to see where the future takes us on the path of sustainability and hemp advocacy
Catch a glimpse with our teaser, or dive into the full documentary here.
