About
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Kim Culetto is a visionary director and photographer based in Basel, Switzerland. In 2017, he made a bold debut with the world premiere of his feature film "Bahama Sunrise" at the Gässli Film Festival. Since then, his powerful short films — "Schwarz oder Weiss" (2021), "Abhauen" (2022), and "Justus" (2023) — have captivated international audiences and garnered festival acclaim.
His latest films, "Helianthus Annuus" (2024) and "Midnight Punch" (2024), continue to showcase his unique storytelling and visionary style.
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Through his production company Echopark Studios, Kim is committed to crafting deeply personal and emotionally charged narratives that challenge the boundaries of Swiss creativity.​​​​
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Awards
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Best Drama Short
at Greece International Film Festival
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Best International Short Film
at Festival Int. de Cine Premios Lorca de Granada
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Best Actor Short Film
at NORGS Iran
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Best Actor Short Film
at IGM Film Festival
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Best LGBTQ+ Film
at WICA LA
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