The documentary follows the journey of workers in the city of São Paulo whose crafts have been passed down from generation to generation. Amid the voracious growth of a city that increasingly leaves them aside, the workers resist through acts of reparation, always remembering their past and never letting hope fade away.
This short documentary revisits Mi’kmaq territory, where an iconic moment was captured in 2013—igniting into a symbol of Indigenous resistance and halting fracking exploration on unceded lands.
Chiapas, southeastern Mexico. When the inhabitants of several villages and towns expel the mayor and the police from their territory, they face the challenge of self-government.
In the faded beauty of Berlin, Sebastian and Alicja seem to have it all - a thriving business and a loving family. But beneath the surface, Sebastian's yearning for freedom sparks a turbulent journey. Alicja, the devoted wife, reluctantly unlocks the door to his exploration of other women. As love, independence, and societal norms collide, Alicja's convictions are pushed to their breaking point. 'Trust Me' unveils the raw truths, exposing a wife's quest for self-discovery amidst the seductive allure of East Berlin. In the heart of the city, the pursuit of freedom becomes an intoxicating reverie.
This documentary anthropologically records an 80-year-old Horqin shaman's final 3-day initiation ritual, showcasing traditional ceremonies and spiritual trances, with the passing of sacred instruments symbolizing cultural continuity.
In Lopera (Jaén), the ecological transition has turned into a nightmare: centuries-old olive groves are being uprooted to make way for massive photovoltaic plants, in an unfair battle between powerful corporations and the local community.
Through firsthand testimonies, striking visuals, and an analysis of the current energy model, Forced Renewables reveals how progress, when poorly planned and disconnected from rural life, can lead to an unprecedented ecological, social, and economic disaster.
Maya never feels alien in her family, yet questions about her 'white, German parents' and her complexion are getting under her skin. To process the pain, she writes a song for everyone to hear.
With very little expertise, and even less money, two filmmakers plan a surprise for their friends which is as convoluted as it is unnecessary. The question is: how far will you go for a joke?
The film showcases works from the special exhibition, Mary Blair: Mid-Century Magic, at The Walt Disney Family Museum, paired with corresponding, iconic Disney scenes. It includes interviews with Disney artists and experts, along with home video footage of Mary never previously shared with the public.
Wherever we go, we encounter the color blue. In everyday life as well as in art. Blue is the favorite color of most people worldwide. Why? Time and again, in different eras, blue has played a leading role in painting. What fascinates artists about the "queen of colors"? What does blue stand for, and what makes it so appealing?