Leggera(2025)

Ishmael(en)

In a place lost to history, soldiers are sent to cull a rebellion brought on by mass psychosis. Ishmael, the executioner, and Boethius, an officiating priest, have grown tired of this bloodwork. When they’re tasked with killing Absalom, a delusional pig farmer who believes himself the royal heir, the two must make a decision; to execute him or to encourage his delusion. A path that could either absolve them of guilt or leave all three dead.

Addiction(ru)

Sydney Stories(en)

An anthology of award winning short films, this feature show cases an international cast and crew, shooting all over New South Wales, telling all kinds of stories.

Left, Burnt.(en)

Two estranged brothers reconcile after the sudden passing of their mother.

The Boy of The Fish(ar)

"The Boy Of The Fish" follows Noon, a young boy living in a Syrian refugee camp, who finds solace and a sense of freedom in a whale-shaped doll he names "Bahr." Set against the challenging realities of camp life, Noon’s journey is both a story of resilience and a testament to the boundless imagination of childhood. Through vivid symbolism and a unique soundscape, the film explores themes of loss, hope, and the longing for freedom amidst confinement. Shot entirely on an iPhone due to restrictions in the conflict zone, the film combines raw authenticity with poetic depth to capture the emotional landscape of a young soul navigating adversity.

Big Stack(en)

With not much to show for in his life, Andre takes his health to extreme measures by attempting an eating challenge at his local diner.

The Beast(es)

Each year, hundreds of Central American migrants try to cross the northern border of Mexico on the freight train known as the Beast. That trip is usually the most dangerous journey of their lives. On the road many lost their dreams, their body parts and even their lives. Crossing Mexico is their biggest challenge, here are victims of discrimination, violence and even murder. This film portrays the suffering of those people who travel in search of a better life.

Még(hu)

My Fighter(en)

A retired boxer turned coach battles with the guilt of an accident years ago, in which he paralyzed his opponent and decides to make amends once and for all.

the return of the prodigal son(es)

Cain, a 19-year-old misunderstood by his father and resentful of their fractured relationship, chooses to ignore him once again. His night is filled with unfortunate events as a strange figure haunts him.

Blitz(en)

An elite college athlete contemplates taking Adderall as his last chance to pass a critical exam despite previously failed drug tests.

The Gun and the Canary(en)

"The Gun and the Canary" follows Jesse, a bounty hunter in the late 1800's on his search for a dangerous criminal known as "The Canary"

Kite(en)

A girl is trying to catch her kite.

Morceaux choisis - Episoden aus dem Leben des Julius Schönfeld(de)

The film begins in 1780 and follows the footsteps of the poet Julius Schönfeld based on his fragmentary diary. The film tells the story of his life at a princely court in Germany in episodic form. One celebration follows another. But the prince's carefree everyday life takes a bitter turn: his cook dies. On her deathbed, however, she asks him to take care of her two children after her death. The prince promises to fulfill her request, probably only because she was his favorite cook. Thus, life changes abruptly for Julius and his sister.

BREAKDOWN(it)

"Breakdown" dives into the lives of shattered souls brought together by a daring, controversial website. Matteo, haunted by the ghost of his past with Mila, creates a platform where people can schedule their own deaths. His twisted vision, born of pain, spirals into an uncharted journey of self-discovery and redemption. Lia, desperate to escape the grip of trauma, turns to Matteo's service, sparking an unexpected connection that blurs the line between salvation and oblivion. As their fragile bond deepens, they confront the weight of their choices and the shadows of their pasts. Amid this chaos, photographer Ettore grapples with his desires, torn between his steadfast girlfriend Sara and a forbidden pull toward his enigmatic sister, Giada. "Breakdown" is a gripping exploration of despair, hope, and the moral ambiguities of life and death. As lives collide, the film challenges perceptions of love, loss, and redemption in the unlikeliest of places.

Les Filles Aux Mains Jaunes(fr)

Хүлээх өрөө(mn)

"Everyone waits for different things in life. Waiting for the day to go on a trip, putting money into savings every month; waiting for the day a loved one returns after graduation; being starving and waiting for your instant noodles to cook after pouring in hot water... It's difficult, yet exciting, and also requires patience... So then, what is it like... to wait for life itself?"

Immortal Ron(en)

Still dealing with the loss of his brother, Ron finds hope at his lowest when he meets a woman on a rooftop.

Shoot, Shovel and Shut Up(en)

The Clifford Family is selling their farm to start a new life when the boy, Andy, discovers an endangered bird on the property and must decide whether to let it become known or to shoot, shovel and shut up.

Interstices(fr)