Gerd Schneider (1974, Germany) studied Catholic Theology and Philosophy at Friedrich-Wilhelm-University in Bonn and at the University of Wien. From 1998 to 2000, Gerd completed several training courses in theatre and film (Schauspiel Bonn, Müller & Selig-Filmproduction, Columbia Tri-Star and others). Since 2000, he has studied Film & Media and Directing at Filmakademie Baden-Württemberg. "The Edge of Hope" is his graduation at the Filmakademie Baden-Württemberg.