AFMIN

Award winning documentary about the director's search for his nymph in Poland.

Afmin – A Poetic Road Movie in Search of Love

Directed by Jean Counet in 2004, Afmin is a 23-minute documentary that unfolds as a poetic road movie through Poland. The film follows Counet’s personal journey in search of a girl he once met—a figure he believes to embody the spirit of a nymph. This evocative exploration weaves themes of love, longing, and mythology into a visually stunning narrative.

Beginning at the Baltic Sea and traveling down to the Carpathian Mountains, Afmin captures the director’s quest for his elusive muse, blending the natural beauty of Poland with introspective storytelling. The film delves into the idea that catching even a glimpse of a nymph can leave one spellbound forever, creating an atmosphere of mystery and enchantment.

Awards and Recognition

Afmin earned critical acclaim and was celebrated at several international film festivals:

Winner of Best Film at CUT!Festival in Antwerp (2004)

Screened at Contravision Berlin, Uppsala International Film Festival, Alternative Festival Barcelona, and the Netherlands Film Festival

The documentary was also broadcast on Kino Polska TV, further extending its reach to audiences fascinated by its unique blend of personal storytelling and mythological undertones.

Director, cinematographer, editor, producer: Jean Counet
Sound, production: Aleksandra Zlocka
Translation: Pawel Wlochacz

Thanks to: Joanna Rozen, Marta Golba, Ewa Kujawinska,

Aleksandra Zlocka, Niki Clerx, Charles Counet, Lies Counet

(C) 2004 TAM Films

Awards:
Best Film CUT! Festival Antwerp 2004
Darling of the Audience, Ohne Kohle, Vienna 2006

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