Sandra Bertalanffy
film: “KYNNSTLAH - A Series of Artist Portraits.”
Sandra Bertalanffy
Film: “KYNNSTLAH - A Series of Artist Portraits.”
ABOUT
KYNNSTLAH [ˈkʏnstlɐ], created by Sandra Bertalanffy, is a short documentary series discovering visual and performing artists and their art. Set in each artist’s workspace, the interview based narrative is enriched by a visual exploration of creation and output.
Serendipitous in the making and a piece of artwork in itself, these carefully crafted portraits lend a sense of visual and emotional approachability, which leave an appetite to explore the diverse portrayed artists on the rise.
The first five episodes feature Asheville based acrylic painter Joyce Thornburg, classical singer Nigel Smith out of Connecticut, New Jersey based poet Sam LaRoche, watercolor painter Sinclair Korte and singer/ songwriter Jess Best, both out of Harlem, New York City.
Snap a glimpse of the magic of art as a means of expression, communication and connection and get ready to be inspired!
TITLE
KYNNSTLAH - A Series of Artist Portraits.
GENRE & FORMAT
Episodic Documentary, 5 x 4 minutes
AWARDS
“Best Documentary”
“Best Web Series” (runner up)
CREATOR
DIRECTED & PRODUCED BY
DISTRIBUTION & COLLABS
Please send inquiries for distribution or collaboration to kynnstlah (at) gmail (dot) com.
HOST A SCREENING
Bring the short documentary series to your organization, educational institution, or community by hosting a screening with public performance rights. Screenings can be combined with an in-person or virtual Q&A with the creator.
The films invite audiences to slow down, reflect, and engage with what it means to create.
These screenings transform passive viewing into an active, shared experience. They spark conversation, encourage engagement, and foster deeper connections within teams and communities. The format is especially well suited for spaces that value learning, creativity, and meaningful exchange—and can serve as an effective team-building measure.
BENEFITS
• Inspire Reflection and Creativity
• Open Meaningful Conversations
• Bring Culture into the Workplace
• Make Diverse Voices Visible
SCREENING OPTIONS
virtual or live + filmmaker attendance optional
RUNTIME
21:25 minutes
AWARDS
wins“Best Web Series” (Runner Up) - Bushwick Film Festival 2018
“Best Documentary” - Vancouver Web Fest 2018
“Best Documentary” - Minnesota Web Fest 2018
“Silver Award - Web Series” - DC Web Fest 2018
NOMINATIONS“Best Web Series” - Valencia International Film Festival 2019
“Best Series” - Bilbao Seriesland 2018
“Best Documentary” - Stareable Fest NYC 2018
“Best Documentary” - Miami Web Fest 2019
“Best Documentary” - Bilbao Seriesland 2018
“Best Director” - Minnesota Web Fest 2018
“Best Cinematography” - Minnesota Web Fest 2018
“Best Editing” - Buenos Aires Web Fest 2018
FINALISTNew Zealand Web Fest 2018
Roma Web Fest 2018
WEB SERIES WORLD CUP#21 in the world wide final web series ranking 2018
FURTHER OFFICIAL SELECTIONSSidewalk Film Festival 2019, Cinemajove 2019, Miami Web Fest 2019, Awesome Con 2019
Web Fest Berlin 2018, Seoul Web Fest 2018, Sicily Web Fest 2018, Asia Web Awards 2018
OUT OF COMPETITIONdie Seriale 2018