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Kim Gabbi

 

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"So, what do you do?" – One of the most frequently asked questions at any party. A simple conversation starter, an icebreaker. Yet, behind this seemingly harmless phrase lies much more. In a society that predominantly measures value by achievements, a job title has become part of our identity. It not only establishes status but also helps us find our place in the world. With this film, I aim to raise questions about the absurdity of our reality in a capitalist system. The structures that prioritize performance and productivity above all else reveal just how fragile this façade is. What happens when the eight-hour workday suddenly is empty?


Country: Switzerland

T-Port Partner: Filmfestival Max Ophüls Preis

Kim Gabbi (b. 1995) grew up in Switzerland and Germany. During her bachelor’s studies in fashion communication, she found her creative voice in film. This was followed by three years at the Berlin production company ICONOCLAST. In 2025, she will complete her master’s degree in feature film directing at the Zurich University of the Arts. Kim lives and works as a freelance director in Zurich and is currently working on her first feature-length documentary.

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Filmography on T-Port

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