EXCLUSIVE:Annette Hessaccepted Deadlines first ever German TV Disruptor Award atSeriencampin Cologne today.

She has also been central to German screenwriters efforts for better recognition.

It will follow the series key characters in 1970s Berlin as they are filmed by a documentary team.

Annette Hess at Seriencamp

Annette Hess Accepts Deadline’s German TV Disruptor AwardSeriencamp

Revealing a move into directing, Hess added: I want to direct one episode.

Hess also spoke about demanding better representation for writers.

UFA, which makes the show, agreed.

Drama conference Seriencamp in Cologne, Germany