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The making of a soldier in Peru. A group of young men, some of them teenagers, voluntarily enlists in a rigorous military program within the Peruvian Armed Forces. They are driven by their desire to engage in an ongoing armed conflict in the VRAEM, an area with military intervention framed by a 'war on drugs' policy. They aspire to become ‘men of war’ and embark on a transformative journey from hopeful adventurers into soldiers. Amidst the violence in the secluded military environment in Peru, intimate moments unfold beyond a prejudiced gaze, where compassion and care blossom among them.

Actress Glenn Close can transform herself into different roles like a chameleon. Behind this versatility lies an artist who had to get over a lot in her personal life to become the star she is today. Close looks back on her long career of prestigious filmmaking.

In an age of intersecting political, man-made and ecological disasters, ‘Preemptive Listening’ is an ode to the sirens that are and those that could be. Siren compositions from over 20 contemporary musicians form a resonant voice to ask; Does an alarm have to be alarming?

In-depth interviews with international researchers, psychiatrists and practitioners explore how psychedelic experiences can be made safer and more beneficial, and when and by whom they should be avoided.

"Impossible is not possible" is the motto of De Klomp: a community support centre co-created by the people of Leeuwarden-Oost. For them, it is more than just a meeting place. It's their home - a home they are now being forced to leave. A permanent location has yet to be found, but for now, they've moved into another temporary home: 't Hertje down to the old Cambuur soccer stadium.

Using found footage from her wedding, a woman tells the story of how she realized she might be attracted to girls. Exploring the complicated emotions that came with that realization.

In Afghanistan Amena Karimyan founded the astronomical group Kayhana – which is Persian for “little universe.” Using a self-built model of the planets, she encourages young girls to reach for the stars. After the radical Islamic Taliban seized power, she was forced to flee the country and is now struggling to build a new life in Germany. Since girlhood, this young Afghan has dreamt of flying to the moon – a dream that suddenly seems within her grasp yet remains impossible to achieve. Stuck between the burden of her past, German bureaucracy and her own ambitions, Amena embarks upon a mission to find her place on earth. In atmospheric images of this and other worlds, Little Universe portrays an ambitious Afghan woman who questions our perceptions of refugee women.

VIVA VERDI. is an intimate glimpse into lives of celebrated opera singers and musicians living our their 'third act' while mentoring music students at Casa Verdi Milan, built by Giuseppe Verdi in 1896.

In 1983, film student Rich Murray was handed $20,000 in a brown paper bag by a mobster. The money was for directing his first music video for a virtually unknown Philly rocker named Alan Mann. Mann's song "Christmas on the Block" became a Philly radio staple and Murray's music video, against the odds, became the first indie video to play on MTV. This experience, tainted by Mann's tragic passing, remained with Murray through the years. With "Fear of Heights," Murray travels back to that time to answer some nagging questions and to illuminate the dark, mysterious life and music of Alan Mann.

This documentary whisks the audience into the fascinating world of classical ballet, showing young dancers from around the globe on their journey to fulfill their dreams. It highlights their struggles and unifying love of music and dance.

After 45 years, a second-generation filmmaker embarks on a mission to rediscover her mother's roots and save what's left of her family's fading memories of their refugee journey to Canada. To do so, she must overcome one of the greatest challenges for every Asian kid - talking to their parents about the past.

$80 due today. Out of time and out of options, Ernesto keeps a positive outlook while he hunts the streets and dumpsters of LA in the hope of finding enough recyclables to pay for his daughter’s chemo treatment back home in the Philippines.

A homeless man living in a encampment in Minneapolis tells his perspective on the ongoing crisis of homelessness.

Sheher Ke Under maps the intersections of the independent cultural landscape in New Delhi. The directors of two studio spaces sit down to talk about the emergence and evolution of this exact point in time—where architecture meets art and houses turn into curatorial spaces.

The documentary will feature interviews with contemporary theorists and practitioners who will share their insights on the concept of a chair.

Having grown up on a famr in Kenya, Samuel dreams of another life, one that would take him far away from his village where people give too much importance to tradition. The young man moves to Nairobi where he finds a community of queer men. It is there that he meets Alex, who he falls in love with. But coming out to his family is far from easy, particularly given the Kenyan Law which continues to criminalise homosexual relationships.

Prof. Gazi Yaşargil is precisely such a person. He is a scientist who strove relentlessly to reach his goal and paid the price. This is the story of Yaşargil's extraordinary, inspiring, passionate life journey, which knows no obstacles or limits, and the understanding of truth he attained.

Explore the captivating evolution of firearms in this documentary, with a primary focus on the United States. Journey through history from the early pistols of yesteryears to the iconic guns wielded in the Wild West era, culminating in a riveting exploration of modern-day firearms. Witness the technological advancements, cultural influences, and societal impacts that have shaped the fascinating story of guns in America.

An exploration of the decades following the resurrection of Jesus—when His followers began spreading His teachings, first by word of mouth and then in writing. Viewers will trace the composition of the Gospels by those closest to Jesus, the circulation of letters such as Paul’s among the early churches, and the ways early Church Fathers confirmed and preserved these sacred texts. Through expert interviews, historical reenactments, and archaeological evidence, the film uncovers who wrote the New Testament and when they wrote it. This journey through Scripture’s early history affirms not only the integrity of the biblical text but also the faithful legacy of those who ensured it would reach generations to come.

CYCLING CITIES covers the most beautiful cycling cities in Europe and asks the question how they achieved to transform their mobility from car centric to bicycle centric. The film also covers measure how to become a more climate friendly and climate resilient city by looking at recent examples in Paris. At the end the movie sums up what other cities like in Germany can learn from the respective cycling cities.

After thousands of mysterious packages sow the seeds of a xenophobic conspiracy, we track its growth through local news, internet detectives, and your online shopping history.

The Big Picture uncovers the untold story of a state-of-the-art cinema quietly forgotten in the center of Bristol, a vibrant UK city known for its countercultural spirit. Once a cutting-edge IMAX theatre, the building was abandoned for over a decade—until a collective of cinephiles reclaimed it. Blending DIY ingenuity with punk ethos, they’ve transformed a forgotten relic into the beating heart of a grassroots cinema movement—reviving not just a building, but a shared vision of what cinema can be.

Tartu. A small university city in the northern hemisphere. Every weekday after work, many of the city's residents begin clear-cut movements. At a measured pace. With extreme determination. They gather in cellars, taverns, bars, restaurants, wine bars, on riverboats. Every evening they are somewhere in the city. In action. They are trivia enthusiasts. Rulers of the twilight.

In 1929, a small, strange building was constructed on the summit of Monte Generoso, overlooking the rocky cliff face. Located at an altitude of 1,700 meters and difficult to access, it resembled an eagle's nest dominating the region, similar to certain war bunkers or hermitages clinging to the rocks. Who was the mysterious woman of noble origins for whom the building was constructed? A spy, as rumored, or an extravagant scholar in search of contemplative peace? Almost a century later, the enigma remains. Through a lengthy investigation, the director delves into intricate events and complex historical periods in search of answers.

We hitchhiked across America for 30 days with no money, no plan — just the kindness of strangers.

Lea is fixated on finding the subject of her documentary. She goes on the hunt, armed with her camera, and comes across an older man who seems different.

Cameron Balser had just returned home from his 12,000 mile run around the perimeter of the United States. His home town running group, Meshingomesia Track Club, was hosting their annual last man standing/back yard ultra, "Prairie On Fire." Prairie on Fire was going into their 3rd year as a race and they had yet to have anyone reach 100 miles. Cameron, who had won the race in 2023, was still recovering from his epic run, but, had made a promise to come back in 2024 to help achieve that milestone.

Liverpool, a sleeping city, awakens under the glow of a musical revolution. Four boys, known as the Beatles, turn their dream into an odyssey. This documentary is a visual symphony that traces their meteoric rise, the challenges that darken their path, and the eternal mark they leave on the history of music. A moving poem.

Having lost her memory, A. could barely recall glimpses of her childhood in Argentina. After her death, her son visits the empty house for the last time. A sensory journey through a house without objects but filled with memory.

L'Art du Dernier Soir explores a period in the director's life through his numerous one-night stands. Blending autofiction and documentary, the film unfolds as a mise en abyme of a sexual relationship, revealing Nicolas's intimate confessions. Through various locations, Nicolas and Philippe's journey leads them to their final destination: room 44 of a seedy motel on the edge of Highway 20.

Directed by low-vision filmmaker Sheridan O’Donnell, Rising Phoenix: A New Revolution spotlights Paralympic champions, Hollywood actors, and global disability activists. Featuring Lauren Ridloff, Ezra Frech, Jim LeBrecht and Anastasia Pagonisi, this powerful film is an electrifying portrait of today’s disability movement told through stories of resilience, inclusion, and cultural change.

An attempt to express the daily experience of Palestinians excluded by an apartheid regime, exploring various aspects of the Israeli occupation. Through narratives from four different regions of Palestine, it culminates in a collective narrative of Palestinian resistance as an everyday act of survival and struggle.

Nawras, a Jordanian-Palestinian queer artist, has been living in Bratislava, Slovakia, for the past four years. Existing within two communities and clashing cultures, she is pushed towards a third goal; to find peace and a place she can call home. Can she reclaim the culture she was born into, this time, as she chooses to define it, and in doing so, create a community which will become her family?

On the rising side of the African continent, the last remnants of the once mighty human species lie forgotten. In the region from which they took their first steps, all that remains are fragments of memories saved as an archive by the last of their kind. In a final attempt to preserve their story, they left behind a cautionary tale for future species. Human Fiction examines humans after their own extinction.

256GB of 4K images processed through a non-linear ruleset; organising two years of movement into a form that evokes the history of small format experimental filmmaking.

Pack your sense of adventure (and your best puns) for a “world famous” river journey through the wild beauties of the Jungle and legendary one-liners! The Jungle Cruise sets sail in this Point of View ride-along down a "treacherous" river where ancient ruins, wisecracking skippers, and bathing Indian elephants await you. But don't worry, they have their trunks on. In honor of the Disneyland® Resort 70th Celebration, relive one of Walt's original attractions, proving that great jokes and our love for adventure never grows old. Trust your skipper. They've only been lost once. Today.

Charlotta Björck leaves a stable career in healthcare to fully commit to her dream of becoming a comedian. But just as her big break seems within reach, her personal life begins to falter - her relationship is tested, motherhood demands her full attention, and her career takes unexpected turns. At the same time, the challenges of everyday life become a source of inspiration for her creativity. Director Ellen Fiske (Scheme Birds, 2019; Leaving Jesus, GFF 2024) crafts an intimate and moving portrayal, brought to life by Pia Lehto’s sensitive cinematography, of one of Sweden’s most talked-about comedians in recent years.

From the snow-capped Alps to the waves of Western Australia and Tahiti, Human X showcases athletes pushing the limits of fear and danger, navigating nature’s challenges and a changing climate, celebrating self-transcendence, transmission, and harmony with nature. All these athletes embody the drive to surpass limits — we call them Human X. HUMAN X – SAGA is an extended cut of the latest LA NUIT DE LA GLISSE feature film HUMAN X II, tailored specifically for Australian audiences, and includes the brand new 2024 feature in its entirety starring 2024 Female Surfer of the Year and local Sydney legend Laura Enever; and also features a bonus prologue with highlights from 2023’s HUMAN X film including Australian big wave chargers Kerby and Cortney Brown.

In the 1970’s, lesbians across the United States moved out to wild, untamed landscapes to build a world without men. Some of them never left. 50 years on, Beyond Eden follows some of the original Land Dykes as they grapple with ageing, mortality and the legacy of the Women’s Lands they dedicated their lives to building.

This film takes us inside the mind of Parkin Costain. When his younger self shows up late for school, he begins to wonder what life beyond the classroom might look like. What follows is nothing short of epic: in 2025, Mother Nature revealed her very best in his home mountains — and Parkin made the most of it. It marks his first personal project, with Parkin himself taking on the roles of producer, director, and editor. Backed by the world-renowned ski film crew of Teton Gravity Research, he delivers a piece that proves why he is one of the most extraordinary athletes of his generation — redefining skiing on a global scale.

Marta comes from a deeply devout Catholic family, they are nine siblings. After high school, she entered the strictest of all monastic orders, the Carmelite Order. Marta lives according to monastic rules that were instituted in the Middle Ages, she lives a life of prayer and silence, and never leaves the monastery. Seven times a year, she receives visits from her family; they meet in a visiting room separated by bars. Today, Marta is 45 years old and has lived her entire adult life in the convent. The siblings have chosen different paths in life, they live in very different places in the world. The film follows a family across three generations, who have all chosen to live with God at the center. A film about faith and existential questions.

“Just One: The True Story of Patient Zero” tells the story of the person commonly referred to as “patient zero” — the first Soviet citizen diagnosed with HIV. The official history of the epidemic in the USSR begins with this 1987 case, a crisis that has since affected millions in Russia: those living with the virus and those who have died from AIDS. Yet almost nothing is known about this individual. The few existing facts have long dissolved into myths, propaganda, and misinformation. No photographs, no footage — nothing. The biography of “patient zero” had to be reconstructed from scratch, turning the film into a historical investigation.

An enlightening investigative report on Rosatom, Russia's powerful atomic energy agency and Vladimir Putin's formidable geopolitical tool for increasing his influence around the world.

A colorful full evening from Nalen in Stockholm led by Tilde de Paula Eby. Together with a star-studded list of viewer favorites and double husbands, we look back at the past year and take the first steps into 2025. We are visited by, among others, Peter Haber, Valter Skarsgård, Renée Nyberg, Pär Lernström, Mauri Hermundsson, Tina Nordström, David Hellenius and David Sundin.

Four friends with with little to no musical talent set out to make a christmas album.

Delving into Benny Hill's comedy career, from his rise to the top to eventual downfall.

In the mountains of Chiapas, a rebel experiment in autonomy continues to thrive – thirty years after its declaration of war against the Mexican state. ¡Ya Basta! 30 Years of Zapatista Autonomy, a Modern Insurgent documentary, explores the legacy and future of the EZLN, reflecting on how a masked, rural rebellion reshaped Mexico’s political landscape and inspired activists across the globe. What does revolution look like when it refuses to seize state power? And what can the world learn from a community that continues to build its own system from the ground up?

Explores the wins, losses, sweat and tears at the tournament in rural Pennsylvania.

A poetic documentary based on a new interpretation of Mikis Theodorakis’s & Iakovos Kambanellis’s “Mauthausen Cantata” by Aristarchos Papadaniel (voice) and Aris Zervas (cello), and the original handwritten unpublished text for a film, “Travelogue to Mauthausen - May 1988” by Kambanellis, a concentration camp survivor. “Travelogue to Mauthausen-May 1988”: Unpublished text by concentration camp survivor Iakovos Kambanellis comes to life in its natural place resurrecting memories during Mauthausen Liberation & Commemoration Day 2022.