Yasemin Habibe Hickl is an Austrian filmmaker, producer, and director based in Vienna. After completing her training at the LIK Academy of Digital Film, she founded Spinning Gear Films and has written, directed, and produced several short films and documentaries. 

Her work focuses on social issues, identity, inclusion, and human relationships, often highlighting underrepresented voices and intercultural perspectives. Her films include 1734 – The Encounter, Dance Connects Us, The Fragments of Our Love, Who by Logic, and the documentary Känäk mit Integrationshintergrund. 

In addition to her filmmaking work, she serves as a board member of dieRegisseur:innen and is a member of the Austrian Directors Association (ADA). She lives in Vienna with her family.

Filmography:

• Es ist doch alles in Ordnung / short drama film / 2025 / director, screenwriter, editing supervisor
• Who by Logic / short drama film / 2025 / director, editing supervisor
• Känäk mit Integrationshintergrund / documentary film / 2025 / concept, producer, director, editing supervisor
• The Fragments of Our Love / short drama film / 2021 / director, screenwriter, editing supervisor
• 1734 – The Encounter / short film / 2015 / producer, screenwriter, director

Festivals and Awards:

• The Fragments of Our Love / Toronto Film and Script Awards / Short Drama Film / Toronto, Canada / 2023 / Winner
• The Fragments of Our Love / Calcutta International Cult Film Festival / Short Drama Film / Kolkata, India / 2022 / Winner
• 1734 – The Encounter / Austrian Independent Film Festival / Short Film / Austria / 2015 / Official Selection