Rocking the Boat (Work in Progress)
A migrant seaman joins his exploited father on a cruise ship in Sweden, igniting a fight against modern-day slavery for their dignity.
Film Category: Documentary
Homenagem
Fifty years after the Revolution, a border region of Portugal, emptied out by clandestine immigration, still faces the struggles of population loss.
Hope for Ukraine
A docudrama with an important message. Vitaly, a father of two has to leave his family to a land they supposed to meet. If they ever meet there remains to see. On the way he ends up on the street and needs help to get back on the road.
Living with the Taliban
Living with the Taliban offers a powerful glimpse into life in Afghanistan after the Taliban’s return to power in 2021. Through personal stories, the film portrays both the supporters of the new regime and those whose lives have been tragically altered, capturing the country’s ongoing struggle between hope and despair.
War Child Chose Science
The documentary film tells the story of Paul Bangura, born in Sierra Leone. He was abducted by guerrillas for 11 months during the civil war and became convinced that education will provide him with a path to career. Having studied in various countries he ended up in rural Finland to work on his thesis on…
KAPSUR IMRANE in New-Brunswick
In the small village of Saint Isidore in New Brunswick, Canada, lives Imrane, a bright and curious 12-year-old boy who moved from Morocco just two years ago. Between school, family time, friends and exploring the nature around him, Imrane is learning what it means to grow up in a new country. He carries with him…
Children of the Waves
Noakim, Alassane, and Ilan, three young friends from Marseille, meet up after school as they always do. Amid their carefree laughter, a serious question suddenly emerges: x{201c}What do we want to be when we grow up?x{201d} This question sparks a deep conversationx{2014}a heartfelt exchange about their dreams and aspirations, as they dive into a boundless…
Unfold Your Ways
The forest carries hidden stories—layers of historical and cultural meaning that are often overlooked. In a Scandinavian context, the forest has long been framed as a neutral and inclusive space. We have Allemansrätten, (the right of public access) so in theory, anyone can just “go out into the forest.” But in reality, there are invisible…
I’MPOSSIBLE
I’MPOSSIBLE follows Abdellah, Rachid, Mohamed, Toufik, and Saikou, five men who migrated to Europe in search of better opportunities and now work in the greenhouse industry of Almeria, southeast Spain. Through their testimonies, daily routines, and the use of participatory filmmaking, the film explores the link between migrant labour exploitation and the precarious living conditions…
My Land is Burned
In Arsal, Lebanon, ‘My Land is Burned’ unveils the myriad challenges facing Syrian refugee children and their families. Beyond the struggles, silent acts of hope by a compassionate teacher echo an ambitious desire for a brighter, happier generation.