Thijme Grol

Thijme Grol, a name that's been popping up more and more lately, has a pretty wild mix of work under his belt. He’s not the kind of guy who sticks to just one vibe. Take Tremolo (2022) for example—it’s got this raw, punchy energy, all about pushing boundaries, messing with sound, and leaving you sort of dizzy by the end. There’s something really hypnotic in the way he blends visuals and noise, like he’s trying to shake you awake. Then there’s Phoenix 38 (2017), which is, honestly, a whole different animal. That film dives into some heavy themes—rebirth, loss, all the weird little moments that make people tick. Grol’s style here is way more introspective, almost poetic at times, and you can really feel he’s digging into the human psyche. It’s not just about what’s happening on the surface; there’s all this stuff simmering underneath, waiting to erupt. And don’t even get me started on Stopmotion (2023). That one’s a trip. The animation work is nuts, super detailed, but it never feels sterile or cold. Grol manages to sneak in this kind of offbeat humor, and the characters have so much personality you start to forget you’re watching stop-motion at all. It’s quirky, a little dark in places, and just oozes style. All in all, Thijme Grol’s filmography is proof that he’s not afraid to take risks and try new things, even if it means leaving people a bit unsettled—or totally hooked.