Behind the Tree

Behind the Tree, a privately owned company headquartered in Germany, was founded in 2016 and employs approximately 10 individuals. The company operates as a Berlin-based video-on-demand (VoD) streaming platform, specializing in curated arthouse and independent cinema. Established by actor Frederick Lau, filmmaker Nicolas Solar Lozier, and the agency Cromatics, the platform was created as a direct alternative to algorithm-driven content platforms. It utilizes human expertise for its selection process, offering a hand-picked collection of films that prioritize artistic value over mass appeal. The business model incorporates a fair-trade approach for creators, directing a portion of its revenue back to the filmmakers.