Prisoners of the Dream

Prisoners of the Dream (2026)



10.0 2026 19 min —

Director: Fabian Dominik Beckerbauer

Cast: Hermann Brinkmann, Maddie Finner, Maria Odoevskaya, Jannik Müller, Paula Kahlert

Comedy Horror Science Fiction
Florian only meant to drop off his art school portfolio, but instead gets pulled into a mind-bending experiment that dives deep into the world of dreams.

More About This Film

Prisoners of the Dream is a 2026 German short horror film about Florian, who wants to submit his drawings to art school but becomes trapped in an experiment that explores dreams. The premise turns creative ambition into a surreal and dangerous encounter with the subconscious.

Hermann Brinkmann plays Florian Hasenfuß, the central character. The film premiered at the 21st Trashfilm Festival Kassel in June 2026 and was later recognized within the festival circuit for its unusual genre approach.

  • The film premiered at the 21st Trashfilm Festival Kassel in June 2026.
  • Hermann Brinkmann plays Florian Hasenfuß.
  • It was nominated for the festival's German Audience Award and placed second.
  • The film also placed second in the festival jury vote.
  • It received an Honorable Mention from the 30th Cine-Maniacs Filmfest 2026.

Where to Watch

Prisoners of the Dream has primarily circulated through German genre and trash-film festivals.