Kalush Orchestra, or How We Stopped Worrying and Won Eurovision During the War

Celine Dion: Rise of a Diva(fr)

In 1988, 20-year-old Céline Dion won Eurovision for Switzerland with the song ‘Ne Partez Pas Sans Moi’, a moment that kickstarted her international career and propelled the young Celine to world fame. This documentary looks back through the archives at an event that changed the Quebec singer's life, with interviews from the song’s composer as well as from Scott Fitzgerald, the British singer who was runner up at Eurovision 1988, beaten by just one point.

Smoke of the Fire(pt)

There are things that are indescribable and unspeakable when the disasters that affect our lives are beyond comprehension. Certain fundamental experiences seem irreducible to any form of expression. So how do we convey their intensity? How do we put them into words? Here, we’re talking about the war inflicted on the Ukrainians for over a year. Daryna Mamaisur is Ukrainian and currently lives in Portugal. O Fumo do Fogo, somewhere between a film diary and an essay, sketches with admirable reserve a path towards the possibility of communicating.

Eighth Van Cliburn International Piano Competition: Here to Make Music(en)

Emmy Award winning documentary, directed by Peter Rosen, about the Eighth Van Cliburn International Piano Competition in 1989, featuring interviews with the contestants and jurists, and footage from rehearsals and performances, including by competition winner Alexei Sultanov.

Conan, O Rapaz do Futuro(pt)

Who is Conan Osíris, who put the whole country singing “Telemóveis”? Where does his music come from and how was his image born? This documentary recalls the story of the musician's artistic journey, revisits the ambience and events of Festival da Canção 2019 and reveals the background of his preparation for the Eurovision Song Contest 2019, both in Lisbon and between rehearsals, in Tel Aviv.

Animals in War(uk)

Animals in War is a poignant anthology film inspired by true stories of animals impacted by the war in Ukraine. A collaboration between Ukrainian and international artists — including actor and activist Sean Penn — the film is a haunting yet captivating call for global awareness and empathy.

Herreys  - guldbröderna(sv)

A nostalgia trip back to the 80s when the Herrey brothers created hysteria with their win in Eurovision 1984 with the song Diggi-Loo Diggi-Ley. It's about what it was like to deal with the fans, the press and the sudden celebrity. This year marks 40 years since their breakthrough, and it's time to make new music and get on the stage again.

Who are we? Psychoanalysis of Ukrainians(uk)

Scouts Honor: Inside a Marching Brotherhood(en)

Three young men commit themselves to one of the best summers of their lives...marching in a World Class drum and bugle corps. The bond of brotherhood this organization provides, helps them through both their struggles and their triumphs.

The Winners(en)

A searching, melancholy Dutch documentary about the lives of four classical musicians who won the prestigious Queen Elisabeth Competition in Brussels, a victory that did not prove a guaranteed ticket to the top of the classical music world.

Good Evening Europe agus anois an Eurovision(en)

A nostalgic look back at the heady days of Irish Eurovisions.

Good evening, we're from Barcelona(uk)

Film made by activists who lived for a month in the Plaça de Catalunya in Barcelona after the start of a full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022.

God's View(uk)

God's eye stills taken by Maxym Dondyuk of Ukrainian countryside and urban landscapes after the 2022 Russian invasion.

Amazing Azerbaijan!(en)

Documentary feature & TV hour filmed in run-up to Eurovision 2012 in Baku, contrasting the Azerbaijan's glitzy image to their grim human rights record through personal stories.

Eurovision Diaries(fi)

This documentary about fanatical Eurovision Song Contest fans was shot by the fans themselves. For the common people it's just a song contest, but the fans live ESC all year round, all around the world.

How to Win Eurovision(en)

Greg James and Russell Kane present a look at all the ingredients needed to become a Eurovision winner, celebrating the UK's successes and also its hall of shame.

The Common Linnets: Calm Before the Storm(nl)

An intimate look at the working method of the two successful singer-songwriters Ilse DeLange and Waylon. We see the storm that erupts when it becomes known that The Common Linnets are participating in the Eurovision Song Contest.

Tusse: Without my voice(en)

With less than a month until his Eurovision appearance Tusse must undergo a surgery that puts everything in jeopardy. Here is Tusse’s incredible life story, from Congolese refugee to winner of Swedish Idol and Melodifestivalen.

Eurovision 2008: ATH - HEL - BEL(fi)

Behind the scenes documentary of the 2007 Eurovision Song Contest

The A-Z of Eurovision(en)

Rylan Clark-Neal narrates a guide to all things Eurovision and takes a sideways look at the greatest singing contest on the planet. The A-Z of Eurovision features all the disasters, the costume changes and memorable musical moments from 65 years of Eurovision.

Searching for Nika(uk)

Returning to Kyiv to search for his missing dog during the Russian invasion of Ukraine, director Stas Kapralov documents his journey as he joins forces with volunteers and becomes part of a movement to rescue animals caught in the crossfire of war.