Films can tell whole stories. A single photo, that of an expert, even of a whole world. When I saw David Maupilé’s portrait of Matthias Prinz in the stern, I was deeply impressed. It is remarkable for me in three ways: at first it is photographically one of the best portraits I have ever seen. Secondly, it shows me this extraordinary man against the background of his biography with all strength, dignity, powerlessness, anger, strength, determination, education, willpower, fragility, helplessness, sanguinity, positive insubordination and a strong attitude. Thirdly, perhaps most urgently for me, it is a motivating reminder not only to live one’s life, but to appreciate it, to be humble and never to stop making the most of every day – for oneself and others.