3770

Directed by Iris Ehrlich Tokouete  /France/

Rémy, a young student from Benin, must now pay 3770€ to renew his residence permit in France. He crosses paths with Olaf, a loan shark who, in exchange, asks him to be the driver on strange nightly trips.

A Day

Directed by Juan Pablo Delgado Berman  /Germany/

The short film, designed as a docu-fiction, shows a day in the life of Miguel, who loses himself in his disordered but passionate thoughts as he roams the city of Stuttgart and observes both the city dynamics and the people within it and his own life.
What may initially seem like a dark series of thoughts is, for many, everyday life. Topics such as migration, integration, depression, relationships, love and looking back at one's own life are summarized here in a monologue that uses the "stream of consciousness" as a technique.

AI Awakened

Directed by  Matthew Blakemore /United Kingdom/

"AI Awakened" is an enthralling short film that unfolds the journey of Matthew Blakemore, who transitions from harbouring a deep-seated fear of artificial intelligence to experiencing a profound enlightenment about its possibilities. Initially, Matthew's perception of AI is heavily influenced by historical films like Terminator, where AI is depicted as a malevolent force destined to overpower humanity. This portrayal feeds his anxieties, painting a grim picture of a future dominated by uncontrollable technology.

A NEW DAY

Directed by Gema Hernandez Felipe  /Spain/

It's James birthday, her girlfriend videotapes the day, just another birthday... or is it? A New Day has begun!

Adrift

Directed by Tainá Varandas, Marcella Paiva  /Brazil/

Mother and son. Lúcia and Lucas persist in maintaining contact, even between conflicts. Degrading situations force them to navigate toward the guilt, contempt, and prejudice they feel toward each other.

AI Awakened

Directed by Matthew Blakemore /United Kingdom/

"AI Awakened" is an enthralling short film that unfolds the journey of Matthew Blakemore, who transitions from harbouring a deep-seated fear of artificial intelligence to experiencing a profound enlightenment about its possibilities. Initially, Matthew's perception of AI is heavily influenced by historical films like Terminator, where AI is depicted as a malevolent force destined to overpower humanity. This portrayal feeds his anxieties, painting a grim picture of a future dominated by uncontrollable technology.

Apples, Oranges, Lemons & Limes

Directed by Pat Mitchell  /United States/

A timid young man chronically suffers from social anxiety. At a party, an unlikely encounter inspires a night of drinking, joy and romance.


ARLO AND THE SEA

Directed by  Damian Overton  /Australia/

Arlo lives by the sea and spends most of his time alone, until he meets a boy named Finn.

Autumn Leaves

Directed by Edoardo Magliarella  /Italy/

Two former lovers, at the end of their romantic relationship, decide to write letters retracing the key points of their stories. From falling in love, to affectionate moments, smiles and lightheartedness; up to the gradual decline and mutual hatred that dragged them to the inevitable breakup.

Before Dawn

Directed by Eric Xu

On the earth after the doomsday wasteland, a human and a robot depend on each other. In order to survive and find resources and food, they also tried to find an oasis, but on the way, they were surrounded by a group of thugs in armored vehicles. He stood still with a gun trembling and collapsed... (In fact, there was no doomsday waste at all. The earth world is just a blind man's daily outing. In a world without vision, all difficulties are infinitely magnified and become a doomsday world in his imagination. A pioneering creation was made with AI, mobile phone blind scanning mode, volunteer call app, and three immature technologies as the main props and settings, and this film also discusses whether the current silicon-based can make up for the carbon-based human body defects, the human eye is broken, and whether the machine can be a human eye.)

Big Phat Party

Directed by Kinga Pudełek  /Poland/

The problem faced by the main characters becomes the reason their friendship falls apart

Call of the Snow Witch

Directed by Robrecht Berg /United States/

You are in the forest on a cold snowy day and sight a figure moving through the snow. She approaches and calls you to her. Do you follow?

Carps Hair

Directed by Teodor Sztarovics /Czech Republic/

A story about two outsiders who find love and understanding in the wrong person.

Cause and Effect;

Directed by Thomas McNicholas  /United Kingdom/

Happy and soft music plays as 5 pink balloons float into a living room. The room is decorated with decorations and ribbons etc, the window in the back right of the room is shut, and curtains are drawn. in preparation for a party to celebrate a baby girl soon to be born.

Clarity

Directed by Marcus Witte, Nupelda Ciftci  /Germany/

Clarity is a short film that combines the art of dance with the exploration of personal growth and the complexity of relationships. In a one-take performance, we follow the journey of a young woman as she delves into her past to find the ability to make crucial decisions in the present.

The film opens with our protagonist, standing alone in a single spot on a rain-soaked stage, just found out that she is pregnant, surrounded by lights and enveloped in a mystical fog. Through her emotive dance, she embarks on a reverse chronological journey, experiencing various pivotal moments from her relationship with her boyfriend.

Crying

Directed by Alexandre Mahutte  /Canada/

A girl is crying. Is she happy crying or sad crying

Curating Grief: Loss and Objects

Directed by Jamie Max Lee  /United Kingdom/

In Curating Grief: Loss and Objects, filmmaker Jamie Max Lee invites audiences on an emotional and introspective journey through grief. Partnering with Grief Coach and Founder of the Grief Gallery, Charlene Lam, Jamie delves into the intricacies of loss, and the objects left behind after a loved one dies.

Set against beautiful scenes of Lisbon, this ambitious project shows Jamie and Charlene bravely sharing cherished objects from their departed parents. Through the lens of Charlene’s expertise, the film also becomes a poignant exploration of the ties that bind individuals to their lost loved ones through objects and stories.

In heartfelt dialogue between Jamie and Charlene, the film brings to surface some of the nuances of grief, highlighting both the differences and shared threads that weave through their respective experiences of loss.

This is a personal and emotional film exploring the filmmakers relationship with grief and mental health in a vulnerable and open discussion with the audience.

Dark Room

Directed by Rogelio Robles  /United States/

After losing everything, a man slowly and painfully loses his mind right before your eyes. Becoming the serial killer he was destined to be.

Dante, el prisionero de la torre

Directed by Frank Reyes  /Spain/

Dante, is a young vampire who lock himself in a tower efter a trauma. Sol, a vampire girl comes to rescue him.

DEAD DREAMS FALLING

Directed by Craig Murray /France/

Can a soul come alive without being both haunted and carried by a primal rip that keeps it torn between the irrepressible quest for a certain form of completeness and the equally incoercible feeling of being deprived of it forever ?

Delivery Day

Directed by Tim Safiullin  /Australia/

"Delivery Day" unfolds as an interesting tale of Max, a young man in urgent need of money to cover the unexpected funeral expenses of his recently deceased father. Max takes on the role of a food delivery driver for a day. From that moment, his life takes an unexpected turn, transforming into a genuine adventure.
Max encounters various challenges, from workplace intricacies to awkward conversations with his ex-girlfriend. His day as a delivery driver paints a vivid picture of the film's grotesque aesthetic.
"Delivery Day" offers viewers an intimate glimpse into Max's inner world, prompting reflection on the choices one must make when faced with the immediacy of life's challenges.

EMBRACE

Directed by  Axel Zeltser /France/

Mélanie walks past the same alley every day without noticing the strange metal bucket there.

Eve Clone Babel I

Directed by Pey-Chwen Lin  /Taiwan/

“Eve Clone Babel I" is a digital work which employs a diverse range of media, including 3D models, Babel tower images of ancient drawings, 3D buildings extracted from Google Maps, digital music, and dancer performances captured by motion capture systems.

eyes light shut

Directed by rearoua  /Germany/

What do we see with closed or almost closed eyes blinking against the sun? Both seeing and breathing ("anadlu") are a matter of continuous creativity, of birth and death.

From one world to another

Directed by  JEAN MARIMOUTOU /French Guiana/

Choli and Alexandrina live isolated in a wooden cabin with no doors or windows on top of a mountain in Cuba's Sierra Maestra. This old and happy couple lives a deep love story which will collapse in tragedy and sacrifice passing from one world to another (a 100% true story).

Genesis Overture: In Honour of the Source of Creation

Directed by  Jana Lulovska / Macedonia, the former Yugoslav Republic of /

The cosmic journey unfolds as the universe's womb births a new world, a new life. The Ten Gratitudes as a parallel to the significance of The Ten Commandments in Christianity, express a profound appreciation for creation's guidance, nurture, and the endless gifts it grants—ultimately thanking it for the miracle of existence itself. The used symbol is number 0 because it reminds us of the interconnectedness of all things and the importance of harmonious relationships (both with others and with the spiritual realm) and cultivating a sense of unity, compassion, and love.

Glimpse of Childhood

Directed by Nizami Murtuzayev / Azerbaijan/

On her birthday, a young girl finds herself in the company of a guilt-ridden and emotionally detached family, where each member grapples with personal challenges in an attempt to rise above their troubles.

Gonzo's Temporary Family

Directed by JUN YORIKO  /Japan/

The story of a master who is the sole survivor of a household accident and begins a strange life by gathering a fake family.

Halloween (Rabbit Well Episode 6)

Directed by I-Jien Jane Kou  /United States/

Rabbit Well is an animation comedy of daily humor of young adults who are super hero. In the year AD 2000, men have destroyed humanity of mankind. Zombies attack City of Boredom. Episode 6 is a story of Nerd Boy in a Halloween.

Have a Good DaY

Directed by Lisa Soper  /Canada/

In the bustling home of horror writer Jodi Sloan (LUCY DAVIS), she battles creative block by exploring gripping ideas, only to discard them in absurd ways. On one particularly uninspired day, Ben, (ERIC JOHNSON) her overly optimistic mailman interrupts her solitary routine delivering not only her mail but also a cup of tea, eerily tailored to her tastes. Despite Jodi's discomfort, she engages in awkward yet polite conversation, mirroring the contrived nature of her writing.

HUMAN OBSERVER

Directed by Eric Xu

In Beijing during the epidemic period, there is a chaotic street. A tough boss's wife and ex-husband run a small restaurant together. There is no truth, goodness and beauty here, only the reality of false, ugliness and black absurdity and the distortion of human nature at the bottom，This is the most real appearance of ordinary people in China.

If You Go Down To The Woods

Directed by Duncan Woodhouse  3 friends discuss an urban legend of the monster that lives in the woods. They decide to see if the stories are true and head to the woods. Little do they know what is waiting for them.

Infidelity

Directed by Ajitpal Babbra  /United Kingdom/

A man hires a private investigator when he suspects infidelity.

In Absentia

Directed by Rory /United Kingdom/

When a forgetful mother tells her daughter and son-in-law about a chance encounter with a mysterious schoolgirl, she questions her own desire to become a grandmother.

Jenny´s Absinthe

Directed by  Gregor Gašperin  /Slovenia/

A catfishing troll finds himself on the wrong side of the hook.


Kath Duncan -The untold struggle for civil rights

Directed by  Ray Barron Woolford FRSA   /United Kingdom/

After losing her mother, 16-year-old Madison becomes pregnant as a result of being sexually assaulted. Alone, scared and confused, she decides to take matters into her own hands as she turns to the only person she has left - her father.

Kenzo

Directed by Calvin Serrao  / United Arab Emirates /

Recluse Dave receives a delivery that changes the course of his life.

Left On Our Own

Directed by  Akos Kovacs

An elderly taxi driver, who happens to be a tireless storyteller, is a man of contradictions: a hopeless romantic and a crude observer of life who has lived through individual hardship and witnessed the despair of others. He doesn't hold back while roaming the streets of Budapest: the route to the destination leads through the labyrinth of his own memories and emotions, which his words conjure. Friends and strangers, cheap décor, lonely buildings, a life-long correspondence that encapsulates a relationship, numbing melodies from an ancient music box all swirl and blend in this film’s poetic vision. Sensitive writing and emotional cinematography draws the attention to small details, to personal hopes and everyday tragedies. A hypnotic, haunting and tranquil soundtrack gives eerily gentle force to the old man’s tales.

Lemonade of Love

Directed by Lars T Midthun  /United States/

She's smart, he's dumb, she's hot, he's dumb! Sarah moves back home from the big city for a few days... will she fall in love like never before? Yes. It's the perfect romcom, almost like its could be titled, Every Romcom Ever.

Light

Directed by Maurice Moore, Alex Rios  /United States/

An intimate secret haunts a newlywed couple from Austin, TX while honeymooning in Barcelona Spain.

Little Yellow Flower

Directed by Chien-Ping Lin  /Taiwam/

Photo Retoucher A-nan returns to the old house that saddens him. The eerily beautiful yellow flowers on the loofah trellis attract a whole nest of ants. As a child, A-nan accidentally killed all these yellow flowers when spraying insecticide on them to kill the ants. In a rage, his father beat him lame. This caused a lifelong conflict between them. The elderly and paralyzed father, now wrapped in diapers and covered with ants, evokes the painful memories of A-nan’s youth. A-nan sprays and kills the ants again. But how will A-nan unravel this knotted relationship with his father, entangled for so many years? How will he restore the loving beauty of the yellow flowers that once bloomed in the courtyard?

Lonesome Lady

Directed by Robert Cole /Australia/

A young woman journeys to overcome her loneliness by preoccupying her mind with tasks that need to be done; thereby learning that, despite a sad mental state, being otherwise productive in her life will give her a sense of fulfillment.

LONGING STREET

Directed by Robert Cole /Australia/

Under the spell of the past, her soul is levitating in a space between memories and desires.

LOS ASPIRANTES -THE APPLICANTS

Directed by María Yolanda Brown Melián, Kevin Ramos Fernández

It is a hilarious comedy set in an office called Holliwood where everything turns into a desaster. Every single person in the office is tempted into getting a better job and they compete with the applicants for that purpose. Most of the situations a really surrealistic and funny so you never know what is going to happen.The more jobs offered, more situations to laugh at. Who needs the job?.

Lost But Not Forgotten

Directed by Jason Sedlar  /Canada/

An elderly couple and their metropolitan son struggle to stay connected when faced with devastating circumstances. Some things just cannot be fixed.

Love Is In The Air

Directed by Tejasvi Ginnela  /United States/

"Love Is In The Air" is a heartwarming and humorous documentary that delves into the often overlooked side of healing after heartbreak. Set against the backdrop of picturesque landscapes, this film follows a group of friends as they embark on a weekend road trip.

Mailbox

Directed by sal cirmi  /United Kingdom/

MAILBOX" is an emotionally charged and captivating tale that explores the profound impact of connections that transcend the barriers of time, leaving viewers inspired by the enduring power of love and the magic of relationships that span generations.

MAZE

Directed by Zoltán Bendegúz Szabó  /Hungary/

The short film was inspired by the over-stimulation that most people often experience in the 21st century.
Focusing on his feelings and impressions, we see the main character’s dreams before we get to understand what caused them. In the film, the digital space's threatening effect on mental health plays an important role.
How long can the constant flow of information be tolerated? Is there a way out of the maze?

Mr D

Scott McMillan  /United Kingdom/

Mr D's birthday falls on November 29th, 2013. He is heading to his usual pub, The Clutha Vaults, to create memories that will last a lifetime. It is exactly what Mr. D receives, a memory that will remain with him forever

MORE THAN BROTHERS

Directed by Andrea von Siebenthal /United States/

Since the precipitous retreat of the U.S. forces from Afghanistan in 2021 and the subsequent power takeover by the Taliban, the Afghans who helped the Allies are being hunted down and killed.
“More Than Brothers” portrays the personal sacrifices and political engagement of two Green Berets in a race against time to save the Afghans who kept them safe during their deployments as well as two of their Afghan allies whose lives have been completely uprooted since the chaotic withdrawal.
This short documentary is a deeply mournful film that highlights the human cost of political decisions.

MY SON: NAZARENE

Directed by Şehmus Özek /Turkey/

After the creature that came from nothing stepped from water to land, what was born became its destiny. The responsibility we impose on a single person while practicing religion begins to become his/her destiny. There is no turning back. However, there is no choice. Making a flesh and blood creature iconic will cause it to no longer live. What comes from nothing disappears into nothingness.

NICOTINE

Directed  by Luca Vines  /Australia/

After a hard day, chain smoker Jamie (Mikayla Levy) is accosted by oblivious farm boy Thomas (Altus Vernooy). As they get to know each other, they find common ground through their love of cigarettes and begin to share stories.

No Place To Stay

Directed by Kening Huang  /China/

Jiang Liu, Xin Yuan, and Nana make a living as performers. Jiang Liu and Xin Yuan do the performing, while Nana manages the show. The three of them drive a car westward, searching for a woman whose current condition is unknown...

On the Road

Directed by Eric Xu

As for the 18-year old children, they are confused and have no idea what to do, no goal and no direction. Under the parents' scold and pressure, choose to escape, go out with "evil friends" every day crazy self-indulgence. But you can't run away forever. You have to face what you have to face. So with the advice and guidance of friends, self-indulgence becomes self-pursuit. And in the confusion of success to find their own, and finally understand their parents scold. Finally he came home and confessed to his parents.

Ór na Banríona (The Queens Gold)

Directed by John Vaughan /Ireland/

Ireland 1650 and a squad of English soldiers search for a legendary fairy treasure deep within a forest. But when they find this legendary treasure will it bring them all that they desire or will its owner want it back?

PandI

Directed by Aniez Atlas, Marco Castro  /Spain/

Radu buys a lovely present for his wife Reba. However, things don't go the way he expected

Port Hope

Directed by Yulia Petrauskas  /Canda/

Port Hope is a poignant drama that delves deep into the often-misunderstood realm of mental health and suicide. Set against the cold, quiet backdrop of Port Hope, Ontario, in the dead of night during February 2024, this ten-minute short film tells the heart-wrenching story of Hope, a queer person, grappling with severe depression and suicidal thoughts. Despite their attempts to communicate the depth of their despair, they find themself tragically misunderstood by their closest ally.

Princess Love

Directed by Chris Dabney  /United States/

After losing her mother, 16-year-old Madison becomes pregnant as a result of being sexually assaulted. Alone, scared and confused, she decides to take matters into her own hands as she turns to the only person she has left - her father.

Pyromantic

Directed by Natalia Bohn /France/

 Lisa has writer’s block.
Would a seductive and passionate meeting with her inner fire be a way to overcome the blank page syndrome and regain creative energy?

Ram's Head

Directed by Casey Lee Ball  /United States/

A new father is forced to choose between his love of music and lifelong gear collection and doing what is right for his family.

RAPTURE PART TWO "TIME HAS ENDED"

Directed by T.K. Ware  /United States/

After an untimely event, in which millions of people vanished, three people attempt to make sense of everything. Along the way, they discover that things are much worse than anticipated.

Red Rose...Interrupted

Directed by Michael Q Adams

An man suddenly finds himself going through internal struggles after learning he is powerless to find his life has suddenly changed.

Sasha

Directed by Мария Викторова / Russian Federation /

Sasha accidentally gets to travel with a weird fellow passenger. Yet, he doesn’t
know this meeting will turn his life around.

Shadows

Directed by Olga Niekrasova  /Ukraine/

Experimental short film "Shadows" is dedicated to the deportation of Ukraian children by the Russians. It is a story of a forced separation of a mother and her 10-year-old daughter. The story is inspired by the real stories of thousands of Ukrainian children who are deported outside of Ukraine since the full-scale war started.

Shneidman Blues

Directed by Kyoichi Komoto /Japan/

A man, despondent over the course his life has taken, journeys up a mountain. Arriving at cliff’s edge, he ponders taking his life. However, before he can throw himself off, an eclectic collection of people show up and interfere with his end-of-life plans.

Skulker

Directed by Tari Kristine Robinson

Detective Madison Johnson is determined to solve a rash of grizzly serial killings baffling the city.

Snacks for Smiles

Directed by  David Weder

Snacks for Smiles is a documentary that revolves around the project of the same name. It takes place in Laos and is about combating malnutrition in children and pregnant women.

Snail

Directed by Geri Simeonova

Following their son's death, a soon to be evicted elderly couple find their final moments of happiness where they least expect

something to do with death

Directed by John-Francis Nero


black and white silent film, following the fortunes of four hit men as they wait to complete a job

Soul

Directed by  I-Jien Jane Kou

What is Soul? According to Dr. Oppenheimer, "Soul is quantum transfer from one hand to another hand". Do you believe there is soul? What does soul mean to you? What is your soul?

Space Station Village EP8：
Miss You to the Stars

Directed by Yi-Feng Kao

The story of the episode "Missing You to the Stars" is about the belief that is still alive in Taiwanese indigenous culture and how a Bunon older man deals with the pain after the death of a loved one by playing a traditional instrument for the deceased in a space station on a rainy night.
The popular science animated series "Go Go Giwas: Space Station Village" presents the Taiwanese indigenous cultural content with science inside. Professor Li-Yu Fu, the Producer of the "Go Go Giwas", used the nearly 30 years of research achievements on Taiwan's indigenous science education as the story material.

SUNDRA

Directed by Marcio Fein /Brazil/

On a street in Rio de Janeiro, a stranger fascinated by windows crosses paths with Sun, a woman deeply contemplative of the sea. SUNDRA explores the fine line between fiction and documentary, with characters revisiting their insecurities and ghosts. The film reveals the infinitude of life through art and the complex and constant relationship with emptiness.

Takeover

Directed by  Alasdair McGlashan  /United Kingdom/

Daniel Simmons wakes up in an unsettling location after being kidnapped by unknown assailants. He is interrogated up by Jesse who violently threatens him, eventually forcing him to reveal his bank details. Jesse subsequently leaves during which Daniel tries to escape but fails.

Jesse then re-enters with David Noble, who scorns Jesse for his carelessness and confronts Daniel and his past. He blames Daniel for the hostile takeover that led to his brother’s suicide. Daniel feigns remorse before trying to buy his escape, however David reveals his real motive for kidnapping Daniel: revenge.

The September Family

Directed by Ethan Daniel O'Rourke  /United States/

"The September Family" is a 13-minute short-form documentary about the thrill of Air Racing. Being produced by an entire team of pilots and race fans, this film offers an intimate glimpse into the world of the annual air races in Reno. As the events come to a close, the documentary pays homage to the years when these races became a catalyst for innovation, fostered connections, and ignited a profound passion for racing.

The Assassin's Apprentice 2: Silbadores of the Canary Islands

Directed by Russ Emanuel /United States/

Kaylee, an apprentice assassin for TAA Corp., is taking a long-deserved vacation in the Canary Islands, when her Freerunner drone arrives to project a holographic image of Rick, her handler. Rick explains to Kaylee that her vacation has been cut short, and that she is being urgently summoned by Roy, the head of TAA Corp.’s Canary Island Bureau headquarters, for a new mission. Kaylee follows the Freerunner drone to the TAA Corp.’s Canary Island headquarters, where Roy explains that F.A.D., a rival group of counter-assassins, are on the island to eliminate TAA Corp.’s drone trainers, known as “Silbadores.” Kaylee drives her ninja motorcycle at breakneck speeds along beautiful coastal roads to TAA Corp.’s drone training grounds where she saves the Silbadores from deadly Swarmbots unleashed by the F.A.D. counter-assassins. A final showdown with the F.A.D. counter-assassins Sork and Karla ends with a surprising result.

The Birthday

Directed by Ela Yürekli-Gorkay  /United Kingdom/

The short film 'The Birthday,' explores the journey of a troubled young man whose late mother's unexpected passing is further complicated upon discovering her last voice-mail, plaguing his grief immensely.

Searching for reconciliation, the narrative expresses the psychology of the protagonist as he struggles to cope on the date of his mother's birthday.

The Carrier

Directed by Andrei Turcan  /Germany/

In his existential crisis, a desperate courier driver is tasked with delivering an ominous package under strange and questionable conditions. Due to his difficult life circumstances, he is forced to accept this offer and thereby grants a higher power control over him.

The Common Good

Directed by Stefan Gutternigh, Eva Amann  /Austria/

In 2035 the earth is ruled by a world government called "The Global Organisation for the Common Good". The "GOCG" wants to make everybody happy by monitoring the desires of its citizens with social media, omnipresent cameras, surveillance drones and - for those who can afford them - body implants. We join "GOCG" agent Cindy Karuso as she is visiting Mr. Berger, who has not spent his designated quota for lifestyle and entertainment products for the past months. Will she manage to complete her task for the mother-state and the father-corporation by taking care of Mr. Berger? And will Mr. Berger have something to say within the process?

THE GAP

Directed by Reza Arzhang  /Canada/

9 students prepare themselves for the most vital exam of their lives under the supervision of the schoolmaster...

The Music of Erich Zann

Directed by Chad Garrett  /United States/

A young man, down on his luck, wanders onto an unfamiliar street. He takes residence in an imposing house run by an eclectic, not-quite-sinister man. During the night, his rest and studies are invaded by the weird music of a man playing the violin above him. Our young man becomes obsessed with the music and resolves himself to meet the musician; a choice that reveals the liminal nature of the street he has been living on, and the unfathomable evil that haunts it.

The Unsilenced Women's Empowerment And The Battle For Survival

Directed by Tosit Ghatane  /Nepal/

In the heart of Nepal, four women defy odds and challenge societal norms in their pursuit of empowerment and fulfillment. Radha, driven by a passion for acting, faces the harsh realities of domestic servitude after a childhood marriage, sacrificing her dreams for survival. Maya's quest for a better life leads her to Kuwait, where she becomes ensnared in the horrors of human trafficking but ultimately escapes to rebuild her life through entrepreneurship back home. Sundari, despite being a specially-abled dwarf, rises as a priestess in a male-dominated role, overcoming discrimination with unwavering resilience and devotion. Sukun, discriminated against for her low caste, perseveres amidst Nepal's majestic mountains, crafting handmade products to support her family and defy societal constraints. Each woman's story exemplifies the power of determination, resilience, and the refusal to be defined by circumstance, inspiring women everywhere to pursue their dreams against all odds.

Them Upstairs

Directed by Mark Buckland  /United Kingdom/

A girl tries to survive a plague that creates duplicates of the infected.


The Will & Clark Show

Directed by Chase Gutzmore  /United States/

Will Darby and Clark Stephenson are gearing up to become the first gay couple to headline their highly anticipated mainstream talk show. But first, they must appear on "LIVE! with Vanessa Mills" to debunk a certain rumor that is derailing their momentum. That is until a sudden text message changes everything for them.....

Tumble Weave

Directed by Andreia Solomon Burke  /United Kingdom/

A Day in the Beauty Salon Reveals Some Ugly Truths...

An aristocrat young woman discovers that Kim Kardashian wasn't the originator of the hairstyle cornrows, two longtime friends are reunited when the reason is revealed; and a bride-to-be meets her bridegroom's side chick the day before her wedding.

Under

Directed by  Abraham Lopez  /United States/

A young and eager detective is dedicated to solving a case that has been left open for over a decade. He quickly finds out that solving the case will be more dangerous than he expected.

Under the Debris

Directed by Derya Satir  /Austria/

"Under the Debris" is a short photography film about waiting for the unknown and being trapped in the fear of losing loved ones, derived from the earthquake happened near the eastern border of Turkey in February, 2023. The film focuses on the experience of being unable to contact those enduring a catastrophe and the desperation of waiting helplessly. It's an ode to everyone whose loved ones live in an unsafe environment.

Valise

Directed by a Niekrasova  /Ukraine/

The narrative of the short film "VALISE" (2023) centres on a 7-year-old child who is trying to recapture memories by packing them into his suitcase in case he has to flee his home and become a refugee. Because memories it is something that he will never be compensated for.

Watercolours In Rain

Directed by Michael Q. Adams  /Canada/

Watercolors In Rain, in the classic style of “film noir”, follows a war veterans' courageous journey through the tapestry of his memories.
Searching for hope in the face of life & loss, he comes to grips with his past & present, and the strength to find light even in his darkest moments.

WavesWaterWall

Directed by Barbara Peikert /Switzerland/

The castaway is literally pulverized and laminated by monstrous waves and transformed into a tsunami when he comes into contact with the white hole of the ocean. Poetic verses and voices evoke this traumatic destiny.

westbound

Directed by James Curry

Already tired from a long trip, Alonzo Rey returns home to discover a mailbox full of legal fallout from his recent run-in with abusive cop Detective Ruby. Alonzo's early return spooks his girlfriend, who dials 911 to report what she thinks is a home invasion. It's bad enough to have another altercation with the police, but when Ruby spots his chance to take advantage of this situation, Alonzo's life is thrown headlong into chaos. Documentary-style camera work, tight editing, and frantic pacing take the audience along on this life-or-death thrill ride.

Woman: 3 Essential Questions

Directed by Jana Lulovska /Macedonia, the former Yugoslav Republic of/

Haunted by her grandmother's three essential questions - an everyday motivational tactic, which were once an annoyance during her 20s, a woman in her 30s finds herself grappling with their significance as part of her female heritage. As she contemplates the passing of her grandmother and the echoes of these questions in her own mind, a moral dilemma arises. Should she embrace them as a precious female legacy to be passed on to her successors, or abandon them entirely? This introspective film uses stop-motion animation to explore themes of self-discovery, ancestral connections, and the weight of inherited traditions.

Write My Name

Directed by Aniez  /Spain/

During the war, 4 young siblings tell their Mom to write their names on their legs.

Zheimer

Directed by Álvaro Gabarrón /Spain/

One morning, an elderly woman grappling with Alzheimer’s awakens, gazes into the mirror, and, confronted with a stranger’s reflection, embarks on a poignant quest to rediscover the face she has carried through a lifetime, now altered overnight.

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