
Film Production

Developing Original Narratives
We produce international feature films and creative co-productions. From script to screen, we bring independent stories to life with a focus on strong artistic vision and sustainable global partnerships.
Boutique Distribution

Curating Arthouse Cinema
A boutique distributor bringing visionary independent films to German audiences. We focus on exclusive premieres, strategic releases, and curated cinema events that connect art with its audience.
Workshops & Events

Fostering Artistic Talent
An interactive hub for professional film education. Masterclasses and practical workshops designed to foster creative talent and build a visionary community for filmmakers.
What We Do
Our Team

Founder/Director
Sait Tarakcioglu
Sait Tarakcioglu is the Founder and Director of Nil Filmhaus. He trained in acting at Hollywood’s Renegade Theatre and Film School under Chick Vennera. He later pursued his passion for filmmaking at UCLA Extension, where he studied Film Directing and earned a specialization certificate in Film Editing. As a former academic, he has taught courses in film dramaturgy and filmmaking. In 2023, he served as a FIPRESCI jury member at the 10th Duhok International Film Festival. As a writer and director, he is currently in pre-production for his feature film Toz (Dust) and in development for his feature script Späti Berlin.

Cinematographer
Semih Yıldız
Semih Yildiz a cinematographer known for One of Those Days When Hemme Dies (2024), Thursday Night Is Too Dark (2026), The Rain Bride (2022), Sur'da Devran (2023).

Producer
Nesligül Satır
After completing her Master’s degree in Media and Cultural Studies at Middle East Technical University (METU), Nesligül Satır worked as a coordinator at BKM Mutfak. In 2019, she was selected as a producer for Sarajevo Talents and participated in the prestigious Atelier Ludwigsburg-Paris, a masterclass for young producers organized by Filmakademie Baden-Württemberg and La Fémis. Her professional experience in the film market includes serving as Sales Manager at ArtHood Entertainment, where she managed acquisitions and international sales. She is the co-founder of Berlin-based Visionaer Films, focusing on international film sales and acquisitions. Additionally, she served for two years as the Co-Artistic Director of the Turkish Film Festival Berlin, overseeing program curation and institutional partnerships.

Casting Advisor
Ece Bozkaya
Ece Bozkaya is an actress and casting advisor with extensive experience in independent cinema and international festival coordination. Leveraging her strong artistic background from award-winning projects, she guides talent selection and performance strategies at Nil Filmhaus. She is dedicated to building visionary creative collaborations within the global film community.

Executive Producer
Gamze Oto
Gamze Oto is the Turkey Co-Producer and Executive Producer of Nil Filmhaus Berlin. Drawing on her background in film production, short film projects, and directing experience, she seamlessly combines creative storytelling with a strong financial and strategic vision. Based in the Aegean Region of Turkey, she focuses on the sustainable growth of international co-productions, actively leading strategic partnerships, sponsorship initiatives, and creative production management.

Commercial Producer
Deniz Cem Dag
Cem is an experienced producer and director working across film, advertising, and digital content. He combines creative vision with strong execution and clear storytelling. He also enjoys exploring AI tools as new ways to expand visual production.
Consultants

Actor/Writer/Director
Ercan Kesal
Ercan Kesal is an acclaimed actor, writer, and director, and a pivotal figure in contemporary Turkish cinema. He gained international recognition for co-writing and acting in Nuri Bilge Ceylan's Once Upon a Time in Anatolia, which won the Grand Prix at the Cannes Film Festival. With a prolific career spanning numerous award-winning performances and his own directorial work, Kesal brings unparalleled experience and artistic depth to Nil Filmhaus as an Advisor.