Modus Vivendi (2026)

Modus Vivendi is a Swiss short drama about Maik and his team, who have spent years creating an independent magazine built around people and art. Their creative environment changes when their boss, Georg, begins pushing a different idea of what the publication should be.

The film revolves around the tension between authenticity and perfection, asking whether a creative project loses something essential when personal expression is replaced by polished commercial expectations. Pino Gonnella and Lenn Kennel direct the 13-minute film and also take leading roles.

• Pino Gonnella and Lenn Kennel co-directed the film.
• Lenn Kennel wrote the screenplay, composed the music, and co-edited the film.
• Pino Gonnella plays Maik, while Till Ole Walter plays Georg and Lenn Kennel plays Ian.
• The film was released in Switzerland on March 21, 2026.
• The reported runtime is approximately 13 minutes.