Artist Statement
As a child, I watched so many films that, at times,
I see the medium of film as more real than life itself.
Film, for me, is the most impactful medium that evokes emotion for me.
Emotion, in my view, stands as the most important element of art.
It forges a closer bond with the essence of a work of art.
This is why I write stories—stories infused with feelings.
Sometimes I feel like I can't describe myself well enough in this world.
Consequently, I've created a space where I can express myself freely.
It's in this place that I feel most comfortable—that place is film.
I am Samil Cimen, a Dutch-Turkish filmmaker.
My work focuses on identity, cultural differences, the search for home and self-reflection.
By making fictional films, I want to connect people and create recognition.
I get my inspiration from my own experiences; every film is a personal journey for me,
a search for who I am.
With my eyes, I aim to peer into my mind, into my spirit, and witness what unfolds there.
I achieve this through images, showcasing a new world through my unique perspective.
My identity is the person I want to convey the product to first.