Youp van 't Hek: Oudejaarsconference 1989(1989)

Dolls(ja)

Dolls takes puppeteering as its overriding motif, which relates thematically to the action provided by the live characters. Chief among those tales is the story of Matsumoto and Sawako, a young couple whose relationship is about to be broken apart by the former's parents, who have insisted their son take part in an arranged marriage to his boss' daughter.

The Graduates(it)

Four thirtysomething college students share a flat in Florence: Leonardo pursues beautiful Letizia, Rocco moonlights as a night watchman, Bruno needs to graduate to inherit his father-in-law's business, and Pino dreams of becoming a stand-up comedian.

Heart of Glass(de)

A small Bavarian village is renowned for its "Ruby Glass" glass blowing works. When the foreman of the works dies suddenly without revealing the secret of the Ruby Glass, the town slides into a deep depression, and the owner of the glassworks becomes obssessed with the lost secret.

Late Spring(ja)

Noriko is perfectly happy living at home with her widowed father, Shukichi, and has no plans to marry -- that is, until her aunt Masa convinces Shukichi that unless he marries off his 27-year-old daughter soon, she will likely remain alone for the rest of her life. When Noriko resists Masa's matchmaking, Shukichi is forced to deceive his daughter and sacrifice his own happiness to do what he believes is right.

The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat(fr)

A group of people are standing along the platform of a railway station in La Ciotat, waiting for a train. One is seen coming, at some distance, and eventually stops at the platform. Doors of the railway-cars open and attendants help passengers off and on. Popular legend has it that, when this film was shown, the first-night audience fled the café in terror, fearing being run over by the "approaching" train. This legend has since been identified as promotional embellishment, though there is evidence to suggest that people were astounded at the capabilities of the Lumières' cinématographe.

Le Guignolo(fr)

After the failure of his recent criminal exploits, international con artist Alexandre Dupré sets off for Venice to try to dupe some Japanese business men into buying a fake copy of a stolen Caneletto. On the aeroplane, a stranger asks him to look after his briefcase until after they have landed. Alexandre agrees, but the stranger is shot dead soon after and Alexandre himself becomes the target of enemy agents who are keen to recover the briefcase...

Lone Wolf and Cub: Baby Cart to Hades(ja)

In the third film of the Lone Wolf and Cub series, Ogami Itto volunteers to be tortured by Yakuza to save a prostitute and is hired by their leader to kill an evil chamberlain.

On the Beach at Night Alone(ko)

Young-hee, an actress reeling in the aftermath of an affair with a married film director, escapes to Hamburg. But when she returns to Korea and meets with friends for drinks, startling confessions emerge.

The Twelve Tasks of Asterix(fr)

Asterix and Obelix depart on an adventure to complete twelve impossible tasks to prove to Caesar that they are as strong as the Gods. You'll roar with laughter as they outwit, outrun, and generally outrage the very people who are trying to prove them "only human".

They Shoot Horses, Don't They?(en)

In the midst of the Great Depression, manipulative emcee Rocky enlists contestants for a dance marathon offering a $1,500 cash prize. Among them are a failed actress, a middle-aged sailor, a delusional blonde and a pregnant girl.

The Killers(en)

Two hit men walk into a diner asking for a man called "the Swede". When the killers find the Swede, he's expecting them and doesn't put up a fight. Since the Swede had a life insurance policy, an investigator, on a hunch, decides to look into the murder. As the Swede's past is laid bare, it comes to light that he was in love with a beautiful woman who may have lured him into pulling off a bank robbery overseen by another man.

The Earrings of Madame de...(fr)

In late 19th century France, the Countess Louise, wife of a wealthy general, sells the earrings her husband gave her on their wedding day to pay off her secret debts, then claims to have lost them. Her husband quickly learns of the deceit, which is the beginning of many tragic misunderstandings, all involving the earrings, the general, the countess, and her new lover, the Italian Baron Donati.

Cameraperson(en)

As a visually radical memoir, CAMERAPERSON draws on the remarkable footage that filmmaker Kirsten Johnson has shot and reframes it in ways that illuminate moments and situations that have personally affected her. What emerges is an elegant meditation on the relationship between truth and the camera frame, as Johnson transforms scenes that have been presented on Festival screens as one kind of truth into another kind of story—one about personal journey, craft, and direct human connection.

Kabali(ta)

A gangster in Malaysia goes in search of his family after 25 years of imprisonment.

After Hours(en)

Desperate to escape his mind-numbing routine, uptown Manhattan office worker Paul Hackett ventures downtown for a hookup with a mystery woman.

Projota - AMADMOL (A Milenar Arte de Meter o Louco)(pt)

Touch of Evil(en)

When a car bomb explodes on the American side of the U.S./Mexico border, Mexican drug enforcement agent Miguel Vargas begins his investigation, along with American police captain Hank Quinlan. When Vargas begins to suspect that Quinlan and his shady partner, Menzies, are planting evidence to frame an innocent man, his investigations into their possible corruption quickly put himself and his new bride, Susie, in jeopardy.

Heartbeats(fr)

Francis is a young gay man, Marie is a young straight woman and the two of them are best friends -- until the day the gorgeous Nicolas walks into a Montreal coffee shop. The two friends, instantly and equally infatuated, compete for Nicolas' indeterminate affections, a conflict that climaxes when the trio visit the vacation home of Nicolas' mother. The frothy comedy unfolds through narrative, fantasy sequences and confessional monologues.

We Are the Best!(sv)

Three girls in 1980s Stockholm decide to form a punk band—despite not having any instruments, and being told by everyone that punk is dead.

Little Caesar(en)

A small-time hood shoots his way to the top, but how long can he stay there?

Joyelle Nicole Johnson: Love Joy(en)

Addressing relationship issues from the familial to the familiar, Joyelle Nicole Johnson states her case for why everyone needs to get therapy.

L'art d'être rigolo en 10 leçons(fr)

Denis Chuzhoy: Recurring Character(ru)

The stand-up concert, written and performed by Russian comedian Denis Chuzhoy. It is dedicated to those who begin adulthood and do not really understand what to do with it.. The special was recorded on April 5, 2019 at the Paramount Comedy Fest in Moscow.

Jamie Kennedy: Stoopid Smart(en)

TV and film star Jamie Kennedy explores where he's at in his career, his life and his opinions on social issues, in this stand up special.

Arjen Lubach & Tim Kamps: Het Monica Da Silva Trio(nl)

Registration of the theatre program by the Dutch musical comedy duo Het Monica Da Silva Trio (Tim Kamps and Arjen Lubach).

Çiççek Gibi(tr)

In her first stand-up special, Özge Özel confronts societal norms and embracing her identity onstage. Through humor, she tackles every defining subject that she did not choose - her mixed ethnicity, dating mishaps, and mental health while delivering laughs and poignant insights. It's a comedic manifesto for living unapologetically and finding humor in life's challenges.

Jimmy Carr: Natural Born Killer(en)

Jimmy Carr refutes the idea that one can't joke about anything these days with his edgy takes on gun control, religion, cancel culture, and consent.

8:46(en)

From Dave: Normally I wouldn't show you something so unrefined, I hope you understand.

Whindersson Nunes: Preaching to the Choir(pt)

Pavel Volya: Big Stand-Up 2016(ru)

Pavel Volya, a resident of the Comedy Club, has a tradition - once a year from the stage of Crocus City Hall to tell the sharpest, freshest and most relevant jokes.

Pavel Volya: Big Stand-Up 2018(ru)

Traditional new year's concert by Pavel Volya! The sharpest jokes, meetings with your favorite show business characters, and much more.

Pavel Volya: at the Estrada Theatre(ru)

Pavel Volya's big solo concert, in which he talks about his beloved wife, the wedding that took place, and his son Robert.

Fern Brady: Autistic Bikini Queen(en)

The irreverent Scottish comedian tackles big themes like death, decline and the disappointments of middle age in her stand-up special filmed in Bristol.

Demetri Martin: Demetri Deconstructed(en)

From his thoughts on aggressively scented trash bags to desk jobs in hell, comedian Demetri Martin delivers a one-of-a-kind stand-up special.

Rowan Atkinson Live: Invisible Drum Kit(en)

In this hilarious clip Rowan bumps into something seemingly innocuous while sweeping the stage. This world famous clip sees him play an invisible drum kit.

Thiago Ventura: POKAS(pt)

In a rollicking special, Thiago Ventura jokes about life in the hood, politics and more, explaining how actions speak louder then words.

Jim Jefferies: Intolerant(en)

Between scenes from an excruciating date, Jim Jefferies digs into generational differences, his own bad habits and the shifting boundaries in comedy.

Jack Whitehall: I'm Only Joking(en)

Jack Whitehall hits the stage with hilarious tales about happy couples, life in hotels, human stupidity and his well-traveled father.

Bert Kreischer: Razzle Dazzle(en)

Shameless — and shirtless — as ever, Bert spills on bodily emissions, being bullied by his kids and the explosive end to his family's escape room outing.

Eddie Pepitone: For the Masses(en)

Comedy's "Bitter Buddha", Eddie Pepitone, is a ranting absurdist and a self-deprecating rage machine. His random non-sequiturs are a refreshing antidote to stand-up’s standard observations.