A narrative of memories from an old musician who lived through creating music, expressing his deepest moments of growth, exploration, love, passion, war, and the birth of new life.
Every day, a peculiar creature lives safely inside her jar, following the same routine — a life marked by quiet rituals and the reliable arrival of a daily pizza delivery. But one sunny day, a mysterious guest appears, drawn by the glint of sunlight on her glass shell.
An artist, once praised for her creativity in childhood, now feels lost in the real world. Her work no longer stands out among her peers. Self-doubt creeps in as she battles imposter syndrome and burnout, feeling stuck while everyone else seems to move forward.
Since the start of the invasion on 24 February 2022, many people were forced to leave their homes in search of safety. However, not everyone had the mobility as they were responsible not only for their own survival, but also for caring for a loved one with disabilities — someone who could not manage alone.
A fluffy ermine was leaping through the white snow, admiring his beautiful fur. But when he tried to show off his splendour to the other animals, he discovered that he was invisible to them. Determined to be seen, our little fellow decides to take matters into his own paws and find a place where he can shine like never before. And so, the adventure begins. What could possibly be wrong with being so bright?
A short documentary that follows its protagonist and artist, Polina, as she navigates the complex process of coming to terms with the experience of sexual violence. Polina moves through her grief in a fragmented, non-linear way — at times denying what she has endured, yet holding onto a sense of gratitude. Gratitude for the experience that, even in its darkness, led to finding herself.
Through the story of Oleksa, a young man with undiagnosed autism, the film explores the impact of war on those often overlooked. Oleksa’s defences collapse in the face of unimaginable challenges, leading him to lose everything — only to gradually rediscover trust and human connection.
Marcos, a teenager full of insecurities, accidentally uploads a video to social media, unleashing a wave of bullying and insults. What begins as a simple mistake turns into a nightmare when the cruel words come to life. Caught in a confrontation with his own fears, Marcos must find the courage to accept himself and face the creature that haunts him. Will he manage to discover the strength needed to overcome his own monster and reclaim his life?
Referring to the Miles Brothers' 1906 titles "A Trip Down Market Street" and "A Trip Down Market Street After the Fire," set in San Francisco before and after a major earthquake, a virtual camera reimagines Market Street of the fictional San Fierro in the classic GTA: San Andreas (2004), imagining a life where disaster is impossible — until a missile attack arrives.
Apple Gatherers follows two workers in an apple cider factory, the Peeler and the Shoveller. The film explores the loneliness and dissatisfaction of their labour-intensive world and the brief reprieve they find in moments of real human connection.
In a world blurring reality and imagination, Syd, a little 8-year-old boy tries to hide his mother from Death. They embark on a hide-and-seek game as creatures of earth, Death being their predator. Finally, Death becomes the ultimate predator: Time.
Didi moves into an unkempt house in Stoke-on-Trent. Whilst feeling ill at ease in this unfamiliar environment, she comes across a curious statue in the garden. This enchanting object helps Didi to appreciate the heritage of her new neighbourhood through an unexpected journey back in time.
On the edge of the galaxy two friends meet for their morning coffee to discuss their lives and dreams in this existential world on the precipice of nothing. Using the last lines of Shakespeare's original 36 plays, they share musings about life, love, loneliness, and conflict. They ask the burning question of what is an ending and what comes afterwards?
Since the death of his dog, 16-year-old Paul has given up drawing the fantastic adventures in which they were heroes. But his little sister insists that he completes an unfinished drawing.