Welcome to the February issue of SHOWCASE HAMBURG - brought to you by Production Paradise.

Cinefest II, the International Festival of German Film Heritage, will take place in in Hamburg, Metropolis-Kino, on November 12–20. This year's theme is Babylon, describing the era when sound first came to European cinema. The countries' cinemas that were once unified by the silent screen were thus divided by the introduction of spoken languages. Apart from exploring new and forgotten areas of film history, the festival will provide a prominent showcase for archives that preserve and restore the treasures of German Cinema.

Our Hamburg Photo of the Month was shot by Carsten Witte. Models: Vivien (Body & Soul), David Penn (Modelwerk), Svetlana (E-Models), Terrence (Modelwerk), Robert (Body & Soul). Hair and Make Up: Giovanni Rivas (Close Up). Styling: Sanjay Potphode.