Andris Feldmanis, a renowned Estonian screenwriter, was born on September 21, 1982. Prior to embarking on his writing career, he earned a degree in history from the esteemed Faculty of Philosophy at the University of Tartu. Subsequently, Feldmanis ventured into the realm of journalism, where he honed his skills as a writer and editor for various publications, including Eesti Päevaleht, focusing on cultural aspects.
He further expanded his professional repertoire by taking on the role of a copywriter at the prominent advertising agency Tank. However, it was his collaboration with co-screenwriter Livia Ulman that marked a significant turning point in his career. Together, they crafted scripts for several notable TV series, including "Ohtlik Lend" (ETV),"Kättemaksukontor" (TV3),"Kodu keset linna"/"Elu keset linna" (TV3),and "Keeris" (TV3),as well as feature films like "Teesklejad" (Delusion),"Roosa kampsun" (Pink Cardigan),and "Hytti nro 6" (Compartment No. 6),among others.
One of Feldmanis' most notable achievements is his contribution to the Finnish-Estonian-Russian-German cooperation film "Compartment No. 6" (dir. Juho Kuosmanen),based on their screenplay. The film premiered at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival in 2021 and went on to win the Grand Prix. In addition to his work in the film industry, Feldmanis has also ventured into literature. His debut novel, "Viimased tuhat aastat" (The Last Thousand Years),was published in 2016, showcasing his versatility as a writer.
