In an age of constant documentation, we archive our lives meticulously, but what if we lose something essential in the …
In a surreal maritime disaster, a woman films and rages against the chaos, capturing moments to fend off despair.
In a world obsessed with image, a teen grapples with attachment disorder and embarks on a heartfelt quest for true love…
An intimate look at Montreal call center volunteers, showcasing the importance of vigilant listeners in a lonely societ…
A filmmaker's emotional journey from Brussels to Tangier as she reconnects with her Alzheimer's-stricken mother, uncove…
A meditative journey through unconventional places that soothe the mind and body in a society seeking meaning and relie…
In Bosnia, a filmmaker with language impairment bonds with a war-deafened fisherman, forging an unlikely and profound f…
A young Iranian's harrowing escape unfolds through digital fragments in a room in England.
On the eve of Tunisia's presidential election, a hair salon becomes a microcosm of the country's political and social t…
A professional climber's partner navigates sacrifices and challenges while supporting his rise to fame.
A quirky young woman finds her place in the world through the magic of cinema, which cherishes her unique existence.
A film crew's quest to uncover the mystery of Talk Talk's "Spirit of Eden" evolves into a journey celebrating punk phil…
Twins Raphaël and Rémi face the dissolution of their close bond as one struggles with a worsening disability during a f…
An innovative documentary chronicles the Japanese women’s volleyball team’s rise from factory workers to 1964 Olympic g…
Director Vera Lacková uncovers the forgotten stories of Roma partisans, exploring identity, racism, and memory in a pow…
A 32-year struggle unfolds as a resilient community battles severe hardships and relentless threats from the Forest Dep…
A Portuguese filmmaker explores Ethiopia's ancient capital, uncovering the vibrant Timkat ritual and its powerful expre…
From maturity to exploitation, a tree's journey raises profound questions about the true profit of human toil under the…
A contemporary village's unconventional dwellers bond over their deep love for folk culture, with music playing a pivot…
A powerful installation at the Venice Biennale challenges the emblem of modernity, freedom, catastrophe, and political …
A woman explores the blurred line between human and animal through the intimate bonds four women share with their pets.
Exploring individuality in modern society, this insightful documentary dissects the tension between free will and inter…
In Paraíba's Monteiros community, the pack eagerly awaits a feast promised to São Lázaro.
This historical documentary unravels Nuclear Censorship, frame by frame, through a 1946 reel shot in Hiroshima and Naga…
Hidden cameras reveal the grotesque and terrifying surveillance state of communist Poland, where Big Brother invades ev…
A three-year observation of Kyiv's evolving landscape, masterfully condensed into a captivating 10 minute documentary.
Nurses Carine and Patricia battle the second COVID wave in Liège, managing overwhelmed hospitals with limited resources.
This thought-provoking documentary reveals the raw, ambiguous process of rehearsing Kafka's "The Trial," inviting viewe…
Eliza Capai shares her story and those of other Brazilian women confronting prenatal grief and the harsh realities of a…
In a fading mountain village, a solitary man grapples with his fate, caught between the misty wilderness and the dark c…
A coroner and mourning mothers piece together the tragic tale of a young castaway and the perilous journey that claimed…
A filmmaker documents Zurich’s train station demolition and its replacement by a prison, reflecting on history’s erasur…
A young woman tirelessly supports her jailed boyfriend, balancing love, contraband, and long drives to keep their bond …
A father reminisces about cherished times with his ill, estranged daughter, hoping for a reconciliation.
Anton Biondo balances his dual loves of cinema and gastronomy, meeting culinary legends who merge deep-rooted tradition…
In snowy Montreal, a night at the lost and found reveals that sometimes what we lose is just the tip of the iceberg.
An adventure enthusiast documents the evolution of free climbing, from its wild '70s roots to its present-day heights.
During the 2022 Russian occupation of Chernobyl, a local informant secretly films the troops while workers share their …
A woman's journey of connection through the lens of a camera explores the bittersweet reality of familial bonds stretch…
In the serene backdrop of Vaud, a diverse ensemble of musicians delicately weaves together the complex layers of Stravi…
As the fields of Transylvania yield their harvest, young Nicusor navigates the threshold of adulthood, seeking his plac…
This intriguing documentary delves into the depths of a towering grain silo, where József, a seasoned worker firmly anc…
In a daring tribute above the world’s highest peaks, a team of former special operators skydives into Mt. Everest, brav…
In this gripping film, a pioneering Czech investigator returns to the former Yugoslavia, retracing the steps of his his…
In the heart of Jordan, a fierce battle simmers over the last drops of a precious resource, as states, businesses, and …
Florian Yuriev, a renaissance man of the 20th century, blurred the lines between art forms to create a symphony of ligh…
Sergio Cortesi, a devoted astronomer, spent over six decades sketching the turbulent dance of sunspots, uncovering secr…
As the Slovene-speaking minority in Carinthia fades, filmmaker Andrina Mračnikar delves into her family’s past to unear…
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