Documentaries

Carl Tomich’s filmmaking journey began in 2011, capturing the raw energy of live music and band performances. These early experiences fueled his passion for storytelling and his talent for uncovering the emotion and humanity in real-life moments.

In 2013, Carl moved to Berlin to create Busking for Berlin, his first feature documentary. The film follows “Neigh Kid Horse,” a young street performer navigating Berlin’s vibrant busking scene, as he rises to local fame. Praised for its unfiltered portrayal of life on the streets, the documentary highlighted the passion and perseverance it takes to turn art into a livelihood.

Nearly a decade later, Carl returned to Berlin with Busk Life (2024), a sequel that revisits “Neigh Kid Horse” and introduces a new generation of street performers. The film delves deeper into the challenges, creativity, and resilience that sustain Berlin’s iconic busking culture.

In 2021, Carl took a detour from street performances to chronicle his own adventure in A Sail Untold. This YouTube-exclusive film documents his daring escape from Australia during the COVID-19 lockdowns by sea, facing unexpected trials on the open ocean. Equal parts thrilling and personal, the film showcased Carl’s ability to turn even his own struggles into compelling stories.

Now, in 2024, Carl embarks on his most ambitious project yet—a year-long exploration of the origins of martial arts around the world. Immersing himself in the culture and training of various disciplines, Carl’s new documentary (title TBD) will offer a global perspective on the history and spirit of martial arts.

Carl Tomich’s work consistently captures the grit, creativity, and resilience of the human spirit. Whether documenting street performers, daring adventures, or cultural traditions, his films invite viewers to step into worlds they may never have encountered. Carl isn’t just a filmmaker—he’s a storyteller who lives the stories he tells.