Paul Schweller

Paul Schweller is a filmmaker based in Vienna, originally from Munich. He works in directing, cinematography, and editing, and holds a bachelor’s degree in Theatre, Film, and Media Studies from the University of Vienna. He is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Critical Studies at the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna. With his collective Mountain Tribe, he has made award-winning mountain sports films – including Metanoia (Official Selection FFF 2020) and Sariri (Official Selection FFF 2024).

At FFF 2026, he is the interface between the festival and the filmmakers and is responsible for film management.