Documentary Movies

Dr. Ocride

Operation Mayfly

2016 Ig Nobel prize winner György Kriska and his colleagues decide to prevent a massacre: applying their latest results in hardcore biophysics and a bit of tinkering they do their best to ensure the reproduction of the Danube mayflies, who are trapped and killed by the floodlit bridges over the river.

Los 80's, años dorados del merengue

A group of merengue exponents tell about their experiences around the Caribbean rhythm that went around the world with a unique musical style. The best interpretations and best arrangements were in the 80's, which was without a doubt merengue's golden era.

Felix & Felix

SPARKLE

SPARKLE, a snowboarding short film by: Clemens Millauer, Anna Gasser, Adrian Krainer, Marko Grilc, Sani Alibabic & Christian Buchacher. Filmed around their hometowns during the 2021 winter season in Austria. “Just friends, snowboarding and having a good time while doing it! It’s so special with snowboarding how easy it is to connect and make friends. Even though we all do it different or in our own way, it’s still the same excitement which gives us that smile and sparkle in our eyes.” In loving memory of our friend and snowboarding hero Marko Grilc.

Believers

A ragtag amateur cricket team from the UK tours The Gambia to face a national side far beyond their level. As losses mount and bonds deepen, they discover what the game truly means to them.

Once You Know

Today, like a ship entering the storm, the world faces climate change induced collapse. Once You Know, by director Emmanuel Cappellin, is a poetic and poignant exploration of how four of the world’s leading climate scientists and energy experts find truth, chaos, and hope in their work.

Joaquin Sabina - 19 Days and 500 Nights

They still carry his house keys with them, Joaquin Sabina's old friends. It does not matter that the Madrid-based singer, who is adored throughout the Spanish-speaking community, changed the locks to his house years ago. After the brain haemorrhage that hit him in 2001, Sabina suddenly could not bear the dozens of friends anymore that invaded his house. This was a raw deal for them, as the interviews reveal that director Ramón Gieling had with them. As in Gieling's previous documentaries, he created a cinematographic form for the interviews, which he consistently applies. Friends and former lovers are introduced in a minutely reconstructed copy of the living room they were expelled from. In the real living room, they used to lead a loose life without thinking about the health risks.

Rise

Young, gifted and black! In an act of self-empowerment, a group of young Black people, mainly first and second generation immigrants from the Caribbean, have occupied the public space of the Toronto underground to perform their agitprop concept of edutainment – poets, rappers, singers and musicians.

Lit: All Access

With over two hours of footage covering the band's 10 year history, "All Access" provides an insightful and entertaining glimpse into their rise to stardom. It includes never-before-seen historical footage from the band's personal archives, as well as backstage footage, live performances, and unforgettable music videos.

The brother

During his waking hours, Kais is in his bed or mobility device, completely dependent on his devoted family for round-the-clock care. At night, he dreams of himself as a manga character, starring in a story of love and bravery that mirrors the selflessness of his parents and siblings.

The Lost European

This documentary commemorates the life and heroic efforts of Raoul Wallenberg, who rescued thousands of Hungarian jews in 1944.

Até a China

I went to China with hand luggage only. In China, motorcyclists wear the reverse jacket and restaurants serve fish heads, crayfish and eels. The event's employee studies cinema and likes Kung Fu films. I bought vacuum-packed chicken feet.

March of the Penguins

Every year, thousands of Antarctica's emperor penguins make an astonishing journey to breed their young. They walk, marching day and night in single file 70 miles into the darkest, driest and coldest continent on Earth. This amazing, true-life tale is touched with humour and alive with thrills. Breathtaking photography captures the transcendent beauty and staggering drama of devoted parent penguins who, in the fierce polar winter, take turns guarding their egg and trekking to the ocean in search of food. Predators hunt them, storms lash them. But the safety of their adorable chicks makes it all worthwhile. So follow the leader... to adventure!!

Existir

Existing is a breath of air for those who spend part of their lives merely resisting. In 15 minutes, it tells the story of four LGBTQIAP+ individuals living in João Pessoa. The documentary portrays their personal, romantic, and professional experiences, showing the possibility of going beyond—of Existing.

Man on the Run

Paul McCartney forms new band Wings after Beatles breakup. Archival home footage shows his life with Linda, who influenced his music. The film follows Wings from formation through the 1970s, during which McCartney wrote hit songs.

Aromah

ROFFA

Winner of the IFFR Supershort competition. ROFFA is a Short film about love and the many forms it comes in. The film is a love letter to the diverse city of Rotterdam and the acceptance of different religions, sexualities and upbringings.

Cantona

Told largely in his own words, the remarkable story of Eric Cantona's journey from volatile French prodigy to Manchester United legend.

Goodwill Games

A dynamic, emotional film about sports and the fellowship of athletes from different countries, joining their forces in the fight for peace. The film was shot during the Goodwill Games in 1986 in Moscow.