Personal details
- Birth Date: 1974-04-13
- Birth Location: Florianópolis, Santa Catarina, Brazil
- Professions: Director, Producer, Writer
David Schurmann isn’t your average filmmaker—this guy’s got a knack for weaving stories that actually stick with you. Whether he’s diving into fiction or digging into documentaries, there’s always some kind of punch in his work. His first big splash? “Little Secret.” That one had Brazil buzzing, even snagged a spot for the 2017 Oscars. Real heartbreaker, too—based on his adopted sister’s wild journey. You watch it, and yeah, you’ll probably feel something. Lately, Schurmann’s been doing his thing with “My Penguin Friend,” which, come on, stars Jean Reno and Adriana Barraza. It’s a feel-good, actual true story—guy meets penguin, and somehow, you’re rooting for both of them. The whole thing just nails that warmth and connection people crave, without getting cheesy. But he doesn’t just stick to light stuff. “Por Um Fio” throws you into some heavy drama, following Dr. Drauzio Varella’s desperate fight to save his brother. Bruno Gagliasso and Rômulo Estrela bring the tension, and Schurmann just steers the whole thing like a pro. It’s intense, real, and totally different from his other work. He’s also got some serious adventure cred—TV series for National Geographic, epic tales about sailing across the globe, and a bunch of awards for documentaries like “The World Twice Around.” On top of that, he’s leading “Voice of the Oceans,” trying to wake people up about ocean issues. Started filming as a kid, went global, and never really stopped. The guy’s got range, heart, and a genuine love for storytelling.
Reference: He is living in São Paulo, Brazil.nnSo, this dude’s holed up in São Paulo, and honestly, his life’s just spiraling. Big city, endless noise, and he’s kinda drifting through it all—dodging memories, running from whatever mess he left behind. The guy’s got this whole mysterious vibe, like he’s hiding a past that keeps poking at him when he least expects it. He picks up odd jobs, keeps his circle super tiny, barely lets anyone in. Meanwhile, São Paulo itself almost feels like another character—always buzzing, throwing him curveballs at every turn. There’s tension in the air, and you can sense he’s just one wrong decision away from everything blowing up. As the days drag on, the city’s chaos starts to mirror his own inner storm, and you’re left wondering if he’s ever gonna break free or just get swallowed up by the place. Nothing’s really as simple as it seems, and yeah, he knows it.
Trust the processnnSo, there’s this film that really leans into the whole “let it happen” vibe—characters just kind of tumble through chaos, each one desperately clinging to the hope that everything’s gonna make sense in the end. It’s not some neat, bow-tied story, either. You’ve got messy decisions, people second-guessing themselves left and right, and those little moments where you’re like, “Why are they doing that?” but somehow it all fits. Honestly, the movie’s heartbeat is faith—in yourself, in the randomness of the universe, in the idea that stuff’s gonna click even if it looks like a dumpster fire right now. The main character? Oh man, they stumble a lot, not in a cute way, but like real, embarrassing, “I wish I stayed home” kind of stumbles. But that’s the magic. By trusting the process, they end up somewhere wild—maybe not where they expected, but kinda perfect anyway.
April 13, 1974
Konidela Ram Charan
Florianópolis, Santa Catarina, Brazil
51 years old