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Reflection(pt)

A boy sees his life turn upside down after meeting a mysterious girl at a party.

Unspoken Truth(nl)

Short film depicting the genuine challenges of stuttering, wrapped in a fictional office drama. By stuttering director Irmo Stijnberg.

Non, ce n'est pas une histoire d'amour.(fr)

Glory to the Nation(en)

A border control inspector’s morals are challenged after meeting a woman among countless war refugees.

Burn!(it)

The professional mercenary Sir William Walker instigates a slave revolt on the Caribbean island of Queimada in order to help improve the British sugar trade. Years later he is sent again to deal with the same rebels that he built up because they have seized too much power that now threatens British sugar interests.

Lulu(he)

Movie follows one night in the life of a Tel-Aviv prostitute.

Richer and Richer(en)

Losing her lover, mother, and hope for tomorrow, Gisele, the daughter of a crime syndicate, is forced to confront its oppressive leader – her father.

Smile Now, Cry Later(en)

'Smile Now, Cry Later, a film that explores the complexities of mental health and the power of human connection. Directed, written, and produced by Keanu Cordero. The film follows Joey, a young man struggling to cope with his mental health issues. When he reconnects with his childhood friend Lila, he finds the strength to confront his inner demons and take control of his life. With a talented cast that includes David Carbajal, Kalen Austin, Presley Weber, Gabriel Carmona, Stormy Lopez, and Nick Mendez, Smile Now, Cry Later is a powerful and moving exploration of the human experience.'

I Am Curious (Yellow)(sv)

Lena, aged twenty, wants to know all she can about life and reality. She collects information on everyone and everything, storing her findings in an enormous archive. She experiments with relationships, political activism, and meditation. Meanwhile, the actors, director and crew are shown in a humorous parallel plot about the making of the film and their reactions to the story and each other. Nudity, explicit sex, and controversial politics kept this film from being shown in the US while its seizure by Customs was appealed.

LAJJPAL - The Endless Journey(pa)

"Lajjpal" is a compelling narrative following the journey of an ordinary individual seeking divine empowerment to combat the malevolence of evil forces. Fueled by a deep sense of purpose, our protagonist embarks on a transformative quest, delving into the realms of spirituality and courage. As he navigates through trials and tribulations, he discovers the latent strength within himself, bestowed by the benevolence of the divine. With newfound powers, he confronts the darkness that threatens to engulf humanity, embodying the timeless struggle between good and evil. "Lajjpal" is a poignant tale of resilience, faith, and the triumph of righteousness over adversity.

Beloved Enemy(en)

In 1921, British Lord Athleigh arrives in Dublin with his daughter, Helen, to engage in peace talks. As wanted Irish rebel leader Dennis Riordan is not recognized in public, he is able to move about freely and saves the Athleighs from an assassination attempt by a radical faction. Dennis and Helen meet again and, unaware of his position, Helen falls in love with him. Later when Dennis admits his identity, Helen must make a fateful decision.

Les Misérables(en)

In 19th century France, Jean Valjean, a man imprisoned for stealing bread, must flee a relentless policeman named Javert. The pursuit consumes both men's lives, and soon Valjean finds himself in the midst of the student revolutions in France.

Ophelia(en)

In the wake of her best friend's untimely death, Robin receives an unexpected gift: her late friend's pet mouse. As she grapples with grief and guilt, Robin is led on a journey of healing, acceptance, and the enduring bonds of friendship.

Before the Revolution(it)

The study of a youth on the edge of adulthood and his aunt, ten years older. Fabrizio is passionate, idealistic, influenced by Cesare, a teacher and Marxist, engaged to the lovely but bourgeois Clelia, and stung by the drowning of his mercurial friend Agostino, a possible suicide. Gina is herself a bundle of nervous energy, alternately sweet, seductive, poetic, distracted, and unhinged. They begin a love affair after Agostino's funeral, then Gina confuses Fabrizio by sleeping with a stranger. Their visits to Cesare and then to Puck, one of Gina's older friends, a landowner losing his land, dramatize contrasting images of Italy's future. Their own futures are bleak.

Sergeant Rutledge(en)

Respected black cavalry Sergeant Brax Rutledge stands court-martial for raping and killing a white woman and murdering her father, his superior officer.

Roma(es)

Joaquín Góñez, a novelist in his sixties recalls his emotions, his wild years in Buenos Aires, the memories of old friends, the meaning of loyalty and the intimate relationship with his mother, Roma.

FOXBODY(en)

Actor Cameron Monaghan makes his directorial debut with the short film Foxbody, a stylized thriller that embraces the dark aesthetics of neo-noir.

Bitter Sugar(es)

A patriot (René Lavan) with a rebellious brother falls in love with a dissident's daughter (Mayte Vilán) in Castro's Cuba.

Marie Antoinette(en)

The young Austrian princess Marie Antoinette is arranged to marry Louis XVI, future king of France, in a politically advantageous marriage for the rival countries. The opulent Marie indulges in various whims and flirtations. When Louis XV passes and Louis XVI ascends the French throne, his queen's extravagant lifestyle earns the hatred of the French people, who despise her Austrian heritage.

Pump Up the Volume(en)

Mark Hunter, a lonely high school student, uses his shortwave radio to moonlight as the popular pirate DJ "Hard Harry." When his show gets blamed for a teen committing suicide, the students clash with high school faculty and the authorities.