The films in Willy Hans’s trilogy «Das satanische Dickicht» («The Satanic Thicket») feature a dark and mysterious world, where the supernatural encounters the mundane. Hans creates a unique and captivating atmosphere of somber beauty that immerses audiences in a realm full of secrets and unimaginable horrors. A thrilling masterpiece of short filmmaking that lingers in viewers’ minds long after the closing credits have ended.
Das satanische Dickicht – EINS
Willy Hans / Germany 2014 / 28'37" / DCP / colour / German / Exp/Fic
The chicken is slaughtered, the song is sung, the lake is crossed, and the hitchhiker never knew where she was heading in the first place. One thing is for certain: It's no easy task to try and understand other people.
Das satanische Dickicht – ZWEI
Willy Hans / Germany 2015 / 30' / DCP / colour / German / Fic/Exp
Otto and Ulrike are running an organic farm that employs people with disabilities. And Jakob works there as part of his reintegration after spending time in juvenile prison. Things take a toll on Otto, who struggles to manage all his tasks. When Ulrike's coffee cup breaks on the kitchen floor, something dark breaks loose.
Das satanische Dickicht – DREI
Willy Hans / Germany 2017 / 21'30" / DCP / black & white / German / Fic
First, the rubber crocodile disappears. Then, Fernando, the rabbit, is suddenly gone. Also, someone forgot the sandwiches on the kitchen table while someone else's football is stolen by some teenagers. Finally, the medieval folks show up and straighten everything out. And yet, enigma and chaos are pervasive.