Journey of Transformation
And They Will Talk About Us
Directed by: Jaap Perenboom
Genre: Documentary
Country: Netherlands
Duration: 18 minutes
"Journey of Transformation" takes viewers on an intimate and breathtaking journey with the Blue Morpho butterfly, capturing its life cycle from hatching to flight. This documentary showcases the delicate balance of survival, beauty, and resilience in the jungle, revealing the captivating story of one of nature's most stunning transformations.
Scandinavia - Into the Light
Directed by: Mi-Yong Brehm, Verena Feige
Genre: Documentary
Country: Germany
Duration: 50 minutes
"Scandinavia - Into the Light" explores the unique adaptation of people, animals, and plants to the polar night in Scandinavia. This journey starts in the complete darkness of winter and progresses to the arrival of the midnight sun, highlighting how life endures and thrives in the absence and return of light in this extreme northern landscape.
Directed by: Sieva Diamantakos
Genre: Documentary
Country: Ukraine
Duration: 1 hour 43 minutes
"And They Will Talk About Us" follows the intertwined lives of Sergey, an entrepreneur who built a successful extreme tourism business in Ukraine, and Anna, a volunteer who fled Donetsk and now dedicates her life to helping those in need. Through their stories, the documentary explores the complex social, political, and personal dynamics of a Ukraine in transition, reflecting on the country's search for identity in the wake of revolution.
Old Woman´s Pride
Directed by: Chema Rodriguez
Genre: Documentary
Country: Spain
Duration: 1 hour 44 minutes
"Old Woman’s Pride" follows a group of spirited women from Seville’s Triana neighborhood, aged 68 to 97, as they pursue their dream of becoming monologuists. Determined to succeed in show business, these women use their show "ORGULLO VIEJA" to demand respect, visibility, and recognition for older women in society.
Anne´s amazon
Directed by: Päivi Kapiainen-Heiskanen
Genre: Documentary
Country: Finland
Duration: 53 minutes
"Anne’s Amazon" is a captivating documentary about Finnish artist Anne Mäkeläinen, who has been inspired by the largest rock paintings in Mikkeli for 30 years. The film follows Anne’s journey, showcasing her resilience and dedication to the arts amidst the challenges and triumphs of her career.
Fiery Fox
Directed by: Dmitry Shpilenok
Genre: Documentary
Country: Russian Federation
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Overview: "Fiery Fox" follows the journey of Wind, the weakest cub in his fox family who becomes the sole survivor of a brutal bear attack. As he navigates the harsh challenges of his first winter, he earns the affection of Lava, a captivating vixen. But as spring arrives, the bears return, testing Wind’s courage once more. Shot over three years in the wild terrains of Kamchatka, this documentary showcases the resilience of wildlife and highlights humanity's vital connection with nature.
Krošnja
Directed by: Predrag Todorović
Genre: Documentary Short
Country: Serbia
Duration: 15 minutes
"Krošnja / Tree CROWN" explores the unique artistry of stonecutters from Western Serbia, who were not just craftsmen but also poets, philosophers, and artists. Between the Ibar and Drina rivers, these stone masons sculpted gravestones that serve as the only portraits and biographies of the region's people, anthropomorphizing stones to guard their homeland through the trials of Serbian uprisings and world wars.
The Wolf Within
Directed by: Federico Manneschi
Genre: Documentary
Country: Italy
Duration: 43 minutes
Set in the delicate landscape of Europe, "The Wolf Within" explores the complex relationship between wolves and humans. Through the stories of various characters, the film reveals the fragile balance of coexistence, highlighting the challenges faced by wolves and the communities around them. This documentary offers a profound reflection on the necessity of harmony between humans and nature in today’s world.
Expedition Amazonia
Directed by: Roberto Fischer
Genre: Documentary
Country: Germany
Duration: 1 hour 41 minutes
"Expedition Amazonia" explores the lives of the Matsés, the Jaguar people from the Peruvian rainforest. Through stunning visuals and intimate interviews, the film showcases their ancient traditions, deep knowledge of the Amazon's biodiversity, and their struggle to preserve their culture amidst modern threats.
Sikat Subar - A Hidden Colorful Feather
Directed by: Diogo Pessoa de Andrade
Genre: Documentary Feature
Country: Portugal
Duration: 1 hour 34 minutes
"Sikat Subar - A Hidden Colorful Feather" delves into the complex symbolism of the rooster in Timorese culture, exploring its role in tradition, ethics, and the socio-economic landscape of Timor-Leste. The film presents a nuanced portrait of a post-conflict society where the practice of cockfighting serves as an economic and social lifeline, balancing ancient customs with modern ethical dilemmas in one of the world’s youngest nations.