House of Wonders in Berlin | Hosted by the Embassy of the Sultanate of Oman

Berlin – Germany

The film House of Wonders was screened in Berlin at Zoo Palast, following an invitation from the Embassy of the Sultanate of Oman to the Federal Republic of Germany, under the patronage of Her Excellency Maitha Saif Al Mahrouqi, Ambassador of the Sultanate of Oman in Berlin. The event was attended by diplomats and members of the diplomatic corps, as well as cultural and media figures.

The event included a welcome reception followed by the film screening, attended by the filmmakers. The gathering provided space for dialogue and exchange around the film’s content and cinematic approach. Oman TV News documented the event in a televised report, which can be seen in the accompanying video.

House of Wonders is a production by the German company demax, directed by Friedrich Klütsch. The film centers on the House of Wonders (Beit al-Ajaib) and approaches it from a cultural and human perspective, addressing the theme of Omani presence in East Africa through an international cinematic lens.

The screening forms part of the activities of the Embassy of the Sultanate of Oman in Berlin, aimed at presenting international cinematic works that engage with Omani history and presence beyond the Sultanate.

Report by the Süddeutsche Zeitung on “Welt an der Würm – Fremde Heimat”

Bericht der Süddeutschen Zeitung über den Dokumentarfilm „Welt an der Würm – Fremde Heimat“

The Süddeutsche Zeitung reported on the documentary film Welt an der Würm – Fremde Heimat by Friedrich Klütsch, which focuses on life along the Würm River and was created over a period of more than fifteen years.

As the article describes, the film combines nature footage with interviews and observational scenes of people and places along the approximately 40-kilometer-long river. It addresses historical developments as well as contemporary social and ecological issues.

The newspaper identifies the presence of what is described as a recurring motif along the Würm River as a recurring motif. The film traces a historical arc from Roman times through the post-war years to events of the more recent past. It follows neither a geographical nor a chronological structure, instead arranging scenes associatively and largely dispensing with explanatory voice-over commentary.

The report also highlights the film’s calm visual language, featuring images of water and landscape, as well as the restrained film music by Wolfgang M. Neumann. Overall, the newspaper categorizes the film as a cinematic approach to a cultural landscape and its history.

The film will be screened at Kino Breitwand Gauting on the following dates:

  • Sunday, February 1, 2026 – 11:00 a.m.

  • Sunday, February 8, 2026 – 11:00 a.m.

  • Tuesday, February 17, 2026 – 6:15 p.m.

  • Sunday, February 22, 2026 – 1:00 p.m.

Further information about the film can be found at:
www.welt-an-der-wuerm.de

Film Premiere “Welt an der Würm – Fremde Heimat” | DemaxTV

MIPTV 2023 IN CANNES

Demax CEO Friedrich Klütsch starting the sales campaign of A House of Wonders, a premium documentary in three parts about Omani presence in East Africa at the international Film Market MIPTV in Cannes.

A house Of Wonders On Instagram

A House of Wonders is now on Instagram. Please follow us for the latest news!

 

Official selection Zief 2023

DEMAX ist proud to announce that A House of Wonders has been accepted for competition at Zanzibar International Filmfestival 2023 (June 24. – July 2.).

 

FIRST PRIZE AT THE ASBU FESTIVAL

First prize in the category ‘Documentary Film’

A HOUSE OF WONDERS wins Gold at the 2023 ASBU (Arab States Broadcasting Union) Festival in Tunis, Republic of Tunisia.

Times of Oman wrote:

Episode 1 of the series tours cinemas in four cities of the Sultanate of Oman

The House of Wonders series is making waves in cinemas across the Sultanate! Each episode brings viewers closer to the rich history, culture, and stories that inspired this iconic landmark. From captivating visuals to insightful storytelling, every episode offers a unique cinematic experience.

Audiences in multiple cities now have the chance to witness the magic of House of Wonders on the big screen. The series highlights the deep historical ties between Oman and East Africa, the legacy of the landmark, and the remarkable stories of the people connected to it.

Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the House of Wonders series in your city’s cinema. Join fellow viewers in celebrating this remarkable journey, enjoy the immersive storytelling, and be part of a nationwide cinematic event that brings history and culture to life like never before.

Official Premiere at ROHMA

deMAX is proud to share that our film A House of Wonders successfully premiered at the Royal Opera House Muscat. The documentary explores the deep historical ties between Oman and East Africa and brings the story of the iconic House of Wonders to life.

Thank you to everyone who attended and supported this important project.

This was also published on the Oman News website.

Link: https://omannews.gov.om/topics/en/83/show/115905

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