reviews and comments

 "I like the stillness and the rapport you have.  It's stuck with me. Distinctive. Personal." Vincent Ward (Film director, screenwriter, artist)

Vincent Ward's website

"A truly remarkable film! ... the film is so touching, even others can not escape it. By the way, I was always convinced that 'Martha' is something very special, not just a movie. You grow so naturally with her, you are part of the environment. The key is the time you spend with her. You get the feeling after a while that your gaze is not directed by the camera, but rather that you yourself are directing the gaze here and there. That's part of what makes it special, that you as the writer, cameraman and editor make all the decisions about where and what, but in the end as a viewer you have the feeling that you've walked the path yourself. With the film you have achieved something very special and unique. Congratulations to you from the bottom of my heart, there is so much in this film!"  Alexei Stolyarov (colleague and friend)

"I am especially pleased that your commitment to humanity and mutual cultural understanding is being noticed and appreciated. I find this commitment to all of us important and rare in this day and age." Claudia Knappert

"I finally watched 'Martha', great job, you really get immersed in this life ... a smart girl." Nania Rabelarenas

"Hi Frank, congratulations and thank you for sending Nanja the link to your hit movie 'I'm Martha, Colombian'. We enjoyed the film in its facets. A very successful work. Thank you!!! " Klaus Heine