Director • Author • Showrunner • Acting Coach • Professor

Friedemann is one of the defining creative voices in German television film. As an award-winning director, author, and showrunner, he is responsible for some of the most successful and stylistically influential productions of recent decades, including "Weissensee," "Die Wölfe," "Tatort," "Der Tunnel," "Schicksalsjahre," "Die Stadt und die Macht," and many other films and series.

His productions have been honored with the Grimme Award, the International Emmy, the German Television Award, the Golden Camera Award, and international festival awards, among others. His artistic signature is the combination of depth, visual narrative power, and an exceptionally sensitive approach to actors.

Friedemann is known for his calm, confident demeanor, which provides guidance even under high production pressure. With great empathy, instinct, and an analytical perspective, he leads actresses, ensembles, and entire production teams towards a shared vision.

He has a profound understanding of human motivation, psychology, and impact—a know-how that gives him a special strength not only on set but also in his training and coaching sessions. His ability to decipher stories, make emotions visible, and clearly structure complex content makes him an excellent coach.