The aim was to unite creative production and directing talent under one roof.
And that list came down to Julia, Erik and David.
Theyve been really great partners and knew exactly how to position this film, says Gasmia.
Fabian GasmiaCourtesy of Seven Elephants
Personal treasure
For Gasmia,Treasureis a particularly special and personal project.
I was struck by the themes that were very similar to my own biography, says Gasmia.
My father never said a single word about Algeria.
David Wnendt, Fabian Gasmia, Erik Schmitt, Julia von Heinz of Seven Elephants
He just said, No, lets look forward, lets move on.
They actually did a great job, he says.
Together, both systems accounted for more than 80% of the budget.
Because the films we make are uncompromising, thats a great ingredient.
Seven Elephants is producing the project, which is backed by German giant Constantin Film.
It follows a disillusioned family man who is lost in a world where more is always better.
Pantaleon Films and ProU Producers United Film will produce with Seven Elephants will co-producing the project with SevenPictures Film.
At our core, we are often political, but its always story first.
Germany has great tools, and they are about to become even greater, says Gasmia.
By early next year, our whole funding system will be overhauled and become more effective.
And we can do smaller films on a budget.
Germany is so welcoming to people in the business and with everything we do here, we learn better.
He adds: I think the Renaissance of German cinema is somehow coming.
Additionally, Gasmia has a strong tie to France and French cinema.
I feel a responsibility for the friendship of these two countries.
Looking ahead, Gasmia is optimistic of where Seven Elephants and the indie film game is headed.
I see this as a great chance.
Treasurehits U.S. and UK theatres on June 14.
