WHO WE ARE
TUMULT noun [ C or U ] formal
UK /ˈtʃuː.mʌlt/
US /ˈtuː.mʌlt/
Tumult Film stands for stories that move, surprise, and connect. We embrace the clash of ideas, the friction of perspectives, and the creative energy that generates new ways of seeing. We are shaped by our diverse backgrounds and extensive experience in creating international documentary films, working in agile teams within global corporate media environments, and telling stories that speak to young audiences.
Together, Tumult Film creates work that feels spontaneous and authentic. Our projects are fueled by empowerment, humanity, and vibrant imagery, drawing on Latin American, Arabic, and European influences. Guided by the belief that storytelling happens on equal terms, not about people, but with them, we engage with the issues, ideas, and aesthetics that sparking conversations, reflecting realities, and inspiring change.
Patrick Jasim crafts visual worlds shaped by bold concepts and immersive atmospheres. His vision and storytelling blends mood and cinematic depth into narratives that unfold with their own rhythm, captivating audiences without the need for explanation.
Paola Calvo creates intimate cinematic spaces, capturing their essence through storytelling that is both powerful and poetic. With a distinctive ability to transform real-life moments into something emotional, rhythmic, and playful.
Susanne Bauer moves fluidly between storytelling, illustration, and DIY creation. Her work thrives at the crossroads of political and socially critical themes, queerness, fashion, subculture, and lifestyle.
Manuel Freundt has spent over a decade shaping bold stories for VICE Media that reach audiences worldwide. With a keen sense of balancing creativity and strategy, he guides ideas from their first spark to the screen.
