Feature Film

What Lies Beyond The Woods

In 1933, a Baltic writer, confronted by the rising tide of nationalism, retreats into the woods to confront his inner demons and ultimately takes a daring stand for his beliefs amidst a society on the brink of change.

Produced by

Caroline Heim

Directed by

Emil Spiewok

Project Description

1933: When a swastika flag was hoisted in his village, Baltic writer Siegfried von Vegesack withdraws into the woods. In isolation, he wrestles with his own ghosts and has a fateful encounter. He decides that – in order to remain with a clean conscience – he must take his fate into his own hands.

About the Director

Emil has been making film-based VR experiences since 2015 – a pioneer and enthusiast. He works in VR storytelling from commercials to music videos and feature films. In 2019 Emil completed the interactive VR documentary “Crossing Borders ”, which was shown i.a. at the “dok.fest Munich”, the “VR Days Europe”in Amsterdam and “Filmplaya” in LA.