Marc Schmidt

If Only Night Wouldn't Fall

A unique perspective on three Western countries’ attempts to grapple with anxiety, depression and psychosis.

Bewaarders

In 2016 the largest and most modern prison in the Netherlands, Judicial Complex Zaanstad, opens its doors. New architecture and a new professional modus operandi enhance the efficiency of the complex and increase the responsibility for prisoners and guards. The demanding and versatile work of guards and prison officials gives us an insight into modern prison practices.

The Chimpanzee Complex

A science fiction documentary about a psychiatric institution for traumatized chimpanzees.

Matthew's Laws

Director Marc Schmidt films his longtime friend Matthijs, an autistic person desperately trying to create order in the chaos around him. When the housing corporation tries to evict him from, suicide seems the only way out for Matthijs...