The Wound
Seloua El Gouni
Genre: Drama
Country: Morocco
Duration: 1 hour 55 minutes
A powerful drama about cultural conflicts and personal identity in contemporary Morocco
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Directed by: Vardan Tozija
Genre: Sci-Fi Drama
Country: North Macedonia
Duration: 1 hour 39 minutes
Set in a secluded forest, young Marko, under the care of his overprotective father, finds solace in a picture book and a friendship with Miko, a kind-hearted boy with Down Syndrome. As Marko's curiosity about the outside world grows, he embarks on a journey filled with danger, uncovering the grim realities beyond his sheltered life.
Daddy Blueberry
Directed by: Jonas Myrstrand
Genre: Drama Comedy
Country: Sweden
Duration: 1 hour 25 minutes
"Daddy Blueberry" is a blue drama comedy that blends autofiction, documentary, and animation. It tells the story of a daughter's journey with her lost father, intertwined with the passage of time and the unchanging solitude of the dark forest, revealing that some stains in life are inescapable.
A Spartan Dream
Directed by: M. Achilles
Genre: Magical Realism / Adventure Drama
Country: United States
Duration: 1 hour 33 minutes
"A Spartan Dream" blends magical realism with adventure as it follows an Ancient History enthusiast sent to Greece to evict his relatives from their ancestral home. Under pressure, he escapes into a fantasy where he reignites the Peloponnesian War to win the heart of a village woman, set against the backdrop of 1987 and the cultural quest to return the Parthenon Marbles to Greece.
Lazarus Path
Directed by: Ivan Jovic
Genre: Drama
Country: Serbia
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
"Lazarus Path" follows Lazar, a street artist stranded on a small Mediterranean island, struggling to navigate a Kafkaesque bureaucracy to return home. As he engages with peculiar officials and endures the tiresome process of gathering documents, Lazar embarks on a journey of self-reflection, confronting the deep secrets and questions that define his existence.
Underdog
Directed by: Gerardo Dorantes
Genre: Drama
Country: Mexico
Duration: 1 hour 37 minutes
"Underdog" follows two Tarahumara brothers whose lives take divergent paths due to their fierce competitive spirit and running talent. As Homero strives to become a running champion, his brother becomes entangled in a local gang. Together, they must navigate the challenges of their separate worlds and unite to face life’s difficulties, redefining their destinies.
Mountain Wagtail
Begaly Nargozuev
Genre: Drama
Country: Kyrgyzstan
Duration: 2 hours 20 minutes
A compelling drama following Altyn, a young woman navigating cultural conflicts and personal challenges as she moves from her rural home to the bustling city, highlighting the clash between traditional values and modern societal pressures.
SLON
Directed by: Marusya Fomina
Genre:Historical Drama
Country:Russian Federation
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Set in 1929, "SLON" follows the final days of Georgi Osorgin, an imperial cavalry guard imprisoned at the Solovetsky special purpose camp. During his last moments, he is visited by his wife, Lina, who remains unaware of his impending execution due to his promise of silence to the camp authorities.
Outside
Directed by: Liu Ziqin, Li Chunxiao
Genre: Drama
Country: China
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
"Outside" follows Tang Xiaolin, a young man from a rural village who, despite his family's struggles, earns a spot at a prestigious university. Upon arrival in the city, he is scammed out of his tuition, plunging him into despair. However, a chance encounter where he saves a wealthy businessman's son leads Xiaolin on a journey of resilience and hope as his parents desperately search for him.
Ocarina
Directed by: Alban Zogjani
Genre: Drama
Country: Kosovo
Duration: 1 hour 32 minutes
"Ocarina" explores the family struggles of Shaqa and Selvia as they navigate a new life in a foreign country, driven by the hope of a better future. As they challenge their morals and face unexpected twists, their journey takes an unforeseen path, ultimately not ending as they envisioned.
Barrier
Directed by: Maqbool Ahmad Durrani
Genre: Drama
Country: Pakistan
Duration: 1 hour 32 minutes
Set in Quetta, "Barrier" follows 10-year-old Raza and his mother Sajida as they navigate life confined within the barricades of their Hazara community. When Raza ventures beyond these barriers, he encounters a world of danger and discovery, challenging the fears that have shaped their lives. The film explores themes of courage, hope, and the unbreakable bond between a mother and her child in a city divided by prejudice.
Red Flags White Lies
Directed by: Arman S. Haghi
Genre: Experimental Drama
Country: Australia
Duration: 1 hour 3 minutes
"Red Flags White Lies" follows Abbi, a music teacher in Sydney who gives her estranged partner one last chance. As his controlling behavior intensifies, Abbi discovers she's pregnant and must confront her circumstances, secretly planning an abortion while seeking a way to escape his grip.
Bo Nan Za
Directed by: Andrey Doroteev Getov
Genre: Experimental Drama
Country: Bulgaria
Duration: 1 hour 1 minute
"Bo Nan Za" follows a series of solitary figures navigating a sun-drenched urban wilderness, driven by hopes and shadows. As they embark on personal quests through desolate streets, a change of roles and a surreal transformation of urban life unfolds, challenging social hierarchies and searching for meaning beyond the everyday.