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Theologian, lecturer at the Catholic university Eichstätt and the university of Erfurt
Country of origin
Germany

Dr. Martin Ostermann, born in Essen, Germany, studied Catholic Theology, German Literature and Philosophy. PhD-Thesis: „Stories of God – The search of God in Literature and Movies“ (2008). Head of the media office in the archdiocese of München und Freising. Lecturer at the Catholic University in Eichstätt-Ingolstadt with film seminars. Youth protection auditor for German Television (Berlin); member of the Catholic advisory film commission (Bonn)

Current issues

Following the promising nominations, the Oscar ceremony felt like a disappointment. For the first time, the Academy had nominated international films such as “Sentimental Value” from Norway and “Secret Agent” from Brazil in the Best Picture category. Yet in the end, it was American productions that walked away with all the awards.
Film director Selma Vilhunen has won the Church Media Foundation’s 2026 prize for her documentary film 'Gate to Paradise' (Portti Paratiisiin).

Events

16.02.2025
Haus der EKD, Charlottenstraße 53/54, 10117 Berlin

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