As part of Kent's celebrations of 20 years in Europe we talk to alumni from our European centres to hear about the work they have done since graduating. Ece Ger studied film in Paris and is now a documentary film maker.
What attracted you to study your course in Paris?
I was searching for film master programmes in Europe and one of my close friends who has studied at Kent suggested me the Paris course.
What was the course like and what did you do?
Both in Canterbury and Paris, I was deeply influenced by the lectures and research processes. Filmmakers might not find it relevant to study film theory because of the fact that usually theoretical studies are associated with an academic career. Contrary to that common belief, I’d suggest any filmmaker this course to broaden their perspectives on filmmaking.
What do you do in your current career?
I am still a filmmaker and my recent documentary Meeting Jim had it’s World Premiere at Edinburgh International Film Festival on 23 June 2018.
How did the course help with your career?
I have become very productive with my creative work while studying in Paris, not only because of the city but because of the invisible connections between the lectures, the city, and my own work.
What were some highlights from studying/living in Paris?
One of the unforgettable moments of my studies is that I met Jim Haynes, the protagonist of my film, through a visiting professor who gave a lecture at Reid Hall. Funnily enough, I would have never made Meeting Jim, if I didn’t study at Kent!
What advice would you give to other students thinking of studying in Paris?
All I could say to the students who are thinking of studying in Paris is don’t think, just go and you’ll learn more about cinema in the city where cinema was actually born and you will also experience the essence of it in many different ways.