Philip Gröning is a distinguished director and multimedia artist. Born in Düsseldorf, Gröning spent his formative years in both Germany and the United States, though he now calls Berlin and Munich his home. His illustrious career boasts a diverse body of work, including celebrated films such as "Into Great Silence (2005)," "The Police Officer's Wife (2013)," and "My Brother's Named Robert and He's an Idiot (2018)." Gröning has earned numerous accolades, including the European Film Award, Sundance Jury Award, and the Venice Biennale Special Jury Award, solidifying his place as a trailblazer in the world of cinema. Beyond the silver screen, Philip Gröning's artistic journey has led him to explore the frontiers of multimedia art. He served as a visiting professor for time-based media at the Munich Academy of Art from 2018 to 2019, where his project class delved into the realm of AI as both a subject and a creative tool. Gröning's artistic endeavors extend to photography, performance, VR, and AI, reflecting his commitment to pushing the boundaries of contemporary art. In recognition of his exceptional contributions, Gröning was honored as a fellow at the esteemed German Academy Villa Massimo in Rome in 2016. His work has been shown in museums around the world and is currently held in the permanent collection of the MoMA in New York City, the Duke Franz von Bayern collection, and the Stephan Goetz collection.