Johannes Preuss

Director

Johannes Preuss is a German documentary filmmaker known for his work on social and political issues. He gained international recognition for his documentary "Galamsey," which explores illegal gold mining in Ghana. Preuss has received several awards for his impactful storytelling, including the prestigious Golden Dove at the International Leipzig Festival for Documentary and Animated Film.

Galamsey - For a Fistful of Gold
Documentary
2017
29min
12
Winner of the Student Oscar 'Best International Documentary': A gold rush reaches the small Ghanaian town of Twifu Praso and changes everyone's life.
Nollywood – Filmbusiness African Style
Documentary
2020
1h.5min
12
The second largest film industry in the world is called Nollywood and is based in Lagos, Nigeria.

Johannes Preuss

Galamsey - For a Fistful of Gold

Nollywood – Filmbusiness African Style