Rohrwacher

Rohrwacher is a surname of German and Italian origin. It is composed of two elements: "Rohr" meaning "pipewort" or "reed" from a Germanic word, and the suffix "-wacher" which is associated with occupations related to observation or watchfulness, likely derived from the Middle High German word "wachen" meaning "to watch" or "to guard".

Notable individuals with this surname include:

Mario Rohrwacher, an Italian-German film director and screenwriter known for his subtle, evocative and contemplative style of storytelling. His feature film "La pecora nera" was nominated for the Premio David di Donatello for Best Director in 2004.

Jonas and Alice Rohrwacher, a brother-sister duo of Italian filmmakers, known for their critically acclaimed films that often explore themes of isolation, family dynamics, and environmental degradation. Their work often takes place in rural or isolated settings and frequently features unpolished acting and unostentatious production design.

Alice Rohrwacher additionally directed the film "The Wonders" (Le meraviglie) which garnered critical acclaim at the Cannes Film Festival in 2014. Her film "Happy as Lazzaro" premiered in competition at the 2018 Cannes Film Festival.

The Rohrwachers are part of a new wave of filmmakers known for their more slow-paced, contemplative, and modestly budgeted films.