Crossing the Rubicon
Description
The making of the film "Rubikon"
Crew

Producer / Director: Christian Ihrybauer

Film Producers: Loredana Rehekampff / Andreas Schmid / Klaus Graf

Production Designer: Johannes Mücke / Mücke design

Project Manager: Roland Pfannhauser

Camera: Christian Ihrybauer

Drone: Christian Ihrybauer

Photography: Ina Aydogan

Sound Design: Matthias Ihrybauer

Post Production: GRANULAR Production House

Music: Epidemic Sound / Artlist

About the project

Crossing the Rubikon is a behind-the-scenes documentary that takes viewers deep into the production of the 2022 Austrian sci-fi film Rubikon. Directed by Leni Lauritsch, Rubikon tells the story of a crew aboard a space station, facing a toxic environmental catastrophe on Earth. The documentary showcases the creative collaboration between production designer Johannes Mücke—known for his work with Roland Emmerich—and the talented cast and crew.

Through exclusive footage, interviews, and insights from key figures such as Johannes Mücke and Andreas Schmid, the documentary captures the challenges and triumphs of bringing this dystopian vision to life. With stunning set designs, VFX magic, and a thought-provoking storyline, Crossing the Rubikon provides a rare look into the technical and emotional aspects of filmmaking, making it a must-see for sci-fi fans and film enthusiasts alike.

Key Cast of Rubikon:

Explore how passion, ingenuity, and teamwork shaped this compelling sci-fi project.

GOALS

The primary aim of *Crossing the Rubikon* was to offer an in-depth behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the Austrian sci-fi film *Rubikon*, focusing on the technical and artistic challenges faced by the team. By highlighting the collaboration between production designer Johannes Mücke and the film’s key figures, the documentary showcased the innovative set designs and environmental themes that shaped the movie. *Crossing the Rubikon* successfully captured the creativity and teamwork involved, providing insights into the filmmaking process and deepening audience engagement. It achieved its goal of connecting sci-fi fans and film enthusiasts with the vision behind *Rubikon*, enhancing the overall impact of the project.

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results

*Crossing the Rubikon* successfully achieved its goal of offering an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the making of *Rubikon*, shedding light on the creative challenges and innovations involved in its production. The documentary deepened audience engagement by showcasing the collaboration between key figures like production designer Johannes Mücke and the cast, while exploring the technical mastery behind the film’s striking set designs and environmental themes. Through its thoughtful storytelling, *Crossing the Rubikon* not only enhanced the viewing experience of *Rubikon* but also reinforced its significance as a cutting-edge Austrian sci-fi production.

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