203 Films from the 2023 Berlinale Collection
202 titles
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On Mothers and DaughtersMovie · 2023 · 83mNina, a young actress, travels back to the Ruhr region for her grandmother's funeral, where old tensions with her mother resurface. The quiet atmosphere of the small town highlights the complicated dynamics between them in this touching film.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.8 - 2
Sun and ConcreteMovie · 2023 · 119m · Crime, DramaIn Neukölln, Berlin, Lukas, Julius, Gino, and Sanchez navigate the challenges of daily life: drugs, gangs, rap music, violence, and monotony. Their existence takes a turn when they make a significant decision with far-reaching consequences, all stemming from a risky plan.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.0 - 3
There Is a StoneMovie · 2024 · 104mA young woman wanders through a liminal space between town and countryside, experiencing unexpected encounters and observing stones skipping across a river. Tatsunari Ota's film presents a world devoid of work, celebrating the pleasure of leisure and playful moments.IMDb 6.4TMDB 7.0 - 4
100 Years of Disney Animation: A Shorts CelebrationMovie · 2023 · 90mThis collection features excerpts from a variety of silent and early sound films, spanning from 1922 to 2021. The fragments include scenes from classic stories like Cinderella and Alice in Wonderland, alongside comedic tales of everyday life such as Trolley Troubles and Clock Cleaners. Also included are moments from pioneering animation like Steamboat Willie and Lambert the Sheepish Lion, as well as examples of narrative filmmaking found in films like The Old Mill, Trailer Horn, Paperman, and Going Home.IMDb 8.6TMDB 5.0 - 5
RealityMovie · 2023 · 83m · Drama, ThrillerAugusta, Georgia, USA, June 3, 2017. Following a series of errands, Reality Winner arrives home and is approached by two men.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.4 - 6
The InnocentsMovie · 2016 · 115m · Drama, HistoryPoland, 1945. Mathilde, a young French doctor with the Red Cross, travels to aid war survivors. She's asked for help at a convent where several nuns are hiding, pregnant and struggling with their faith. Mathilde becomes their last chance.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.0 - 7
SenecaMovie · 2023 · 110m · Drama, ComedyRome, 65 AD. Emperor Nero's increasingly tyrannical rule sparks opposition and conspiracy. Determined to maintain his absolute power, Nero fiercely defends his claim to the throne. Seneca, the renowned philosopher, has been Nero's teacher, mentor, and confidant since childhood, playing a key role in his rise. However, Nero grows tired of Seneca and, following a failed assassination attempt, falsely accuses him of complicity.IMDb 5.0TMDB 4.9 - 8
Art College 1994Movie · 2025 · 126mIn the 1990s, students at the Chinese Southern Academy of Arts navigate studies and the transition to adulthood. As China embraces Western influences, their lives intertwine with love, friendship, artistic exploration, and evolving ideals. Balancing tradition and modernity, they grapple with defining their futures.IMDb 6.4TMDB 7.2 - 9
Spin & EllaMovie · 2023 · 7mSpin and Ella is an animated short about superfairy Ella and her best friend Spider, who create drawings using spider thread together in the town of Branchtown. - 10
Cidade RabatMovie · 2024 · 101mFollowing her mother's death, 40-year-old Helena finds herself with newfound freedom after years of family caregiving. She embraces this time by working at a film production company, dancing freely, and indulging in occasional drinking. What begins as a gentle film about acceptance evolves into a story about navigating middle age.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.0 - 11
BackMovie · 2023 · 7mA chase, echoing footsteps, and a house that seems to move on its own – a common fear for many refugees. This documentary offers a deeply personal look at the experience of being suddenly confronted with terror, trauma, and the reality of displacement in the darkness of night.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.4 - 12
The IntrusionMovie · 2024 · 107mNamed for the indigenous land it was built upon, Brazil's Guarulhos Airport becomes the backdrop for this film. It blends realistic and stylized scenes to follow a ground staff member as she searches for her heritage beneath the airport's runways.IMDb 6.9TMDB 5.0 - 13
AllensworthMovie · 2022 · 65mThe film explores Allensworth, California's pioneering self-governed Black community. It documents the remaining structures of this now-deserted town while searching for evidence of its rich African-American heritage.IMDb 6.8TMDB 8.0 - 14
Our BodyMovie · 2023 · 169mIn a Parisian hospital, filmmaker Claire Simon explores what it means to be a woman, documenting the diverse experiences of patients throughout their lives. The film captures intimate stories of desires, anxieties, and challenges – including Simon's own journey as a woman.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.8 - 15
Of Dreams in the Dream of Another MirrorMovie · 2023 · 16mThe world thrives on perception, yet it's hard to imagine it without sight. Those who are blind experience the world through sound, touch, and feeling. Entering this story is a journey where imagination takes center stage.IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.0 - 16
The Eternal MemoryMovie · 2023 · 85m · DocumentaryAugusto and Paulina have shared 25 years together. Eight years ago, he was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. They both live with the fear of a future where he won't remember her.IMDb 7.4TMDB 8.0 - 17
Sleepless NightsMovie · 2023 · 24mFrance, April 2022. With the presidential election down to the wire, the country is gripped by a palpable tension. Solène, a waitress, navigates the nights in a haze. She uses drugs, disregards others' feelings, and spirals further out of control.IMDb 4.8 - 18
Massimo Troisi: Somebody Down There Likes MeMovie · 2023 · 128m · DocumentaryThis is a look at the final years of a talented filmmaker who died at forty-one, shortly after achieving fame for directing "Il Postino." He had previously established himself as a highly respected stage actor before transitioning to a remarkable career in film.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.8 - 19
AnqaMovie · 2023 · 91mThree Jordanian women, deeply affected by violence, assert their continued existence. Çelik films them intimately within their homes, capturing their conversations marked by the complex realities of trauma.IMDb 7.1 - 20
About ThirtyMovie · 2023 · 92mThe film follows Arturo, a clumsy 30-year-old whose mistakes are constant. The story moves easily between March 2020 and the years before, and then back again.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.6 - 21
The BrideMovie · 2023 · 73mEva, a young Rwandan woman aspiring to be a doctor, has her dreams shattered when she's abducted and forced into marriage as part of a traditional rite. Separated from her family, she faces a harsh new reality living with her husband Silas and his cousin. While Silas is away, Eva finds solace in an unexpected friendship with another young woman. They bond over daily tasks, sharing stories and memories of the Rwandan genocide. Despite this connection, Eva longs for a chance to escape and find freedom.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.0 - 22
De FactoMovie · 2023 · 130mDe Facto explores how film can address crimes against humanity, extreme violence, and state terror without becoming complicit. The film uses two actors, a carefully selected collection of texts, and a minimalist setting to find answers to this challenging question.IMDb 5.1 - 23
Leaving and StayingMovie · 2023 · 178mVolker Koepp, a fellow native of Pomerania, explores the landscapes of his homeland in search of the literary roots of Uwe Johnson, a renowned writer. The film documents encounters with Johnson's readers, friends, and fellow writers, set in the locations where he lived.IMDb 7.2 - 24
The Temple Woods GangMovie · 2022 · 116mA retired military veteran lives in the Temple Woods housing project. While he's burying his mother, his neighbor Bébé, connected to a local gang of robbers, is planning to rob the convoy of a wealthy Arab prince.IMDb 6.3TMDB 5.9 - 25
Between RevolutionsMovie · 2023 · 69mThis film presents a semi-fictional exchange of letters between two women. One travels to Iran in 1979 with the goal of overthrowing the Shah. The other endures the difficult years under Ceaușescu's rule in Romania. Their lives unfold in parallel, depicted through snapshots of daily life and video recordings of revolutionary events.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.8 - 26
Where God Is NotMovie · 2024 · 112mIn a bare room outside Paris, a prison cell is constructed. Three former Iranian political prisoners reenact their past interrogations and torture. The film presents these recreations with a detached skepticism, questioning whether such experiences can truly be recovered through this method.IMDb 7.2TMDB 5.0 - 27
Deep SeaMovie · 2023 · 112m · Animation, Adventure, DramaSince her mother's departure, Shenxiu has carried a profound sadness. A sudden storm transports her to a vibrant, dreamlike realm. Guided by the enigmatic Hyjinx and joined by Nanhe, an imaginative underwater chef, she sets out on a journey to find peace at the Eye of the Deep Sea.IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.0 - 28
A Golden LifeMovie · 2024 · 85mIn Burkina Faso, young men search for gold beneath the earth, hoping for a better life. Sixteen-year-old Rasmané is deeply involved in this work, and the film primarily observes him as he ventures into the dangerous, 100-meter deep small-scale mines.IMDb 7.0TMDB 8.0 - 29
Tomorrow Is a Long TimeMovie · 2024 · 106mSixteen-year-old Meng finds life unfulfilling. He spends his days at home with his grieving father, feels shut out from his family history, and resorts to bullying at school. His world shifts dramatically when he's unexpectedly thrust into a life-changing adventure that takes him to a new and exciting place.IMDb 5.7TMDB 10.0 - 30
Forms of ForgettingMovie · 2023 · 70mNesrin and Erdem revisit their relationship, recalling it with differing memories. Çevik's visually compelling essay uses their conversations to explore the nature of forgetting, blending words and images equally.IMDb 6.5TMDB 4.5 - 31
Regardless of UsMovie · 2024 · 81mActress Hwaryeong suffers a sudden stroke and is unable to attend her film's premiere. Her colleagues visit her, each recounting the story of the finished movie, but their accounts are inconsistent. Alone, Hwaryeong drifts to sleep, yearning for a sense of acceptance.IMDb 5.2 - 32
AraratMovie · 2023 · 95mIn Berlin, Zeynep causes a car accident and flees to her parents' home in Turkey. There, her self-destructive tendencies and open sexuality create conflict, upsetting not only her family but also those around them. The imposing presence of the dormant Mount Ararat casts a shadow over their lives.IMDb 5.2 - 33
In UkraineMovie · 2023 · 82mThe film depicts bombed-out streets and destroyed Russian tanks, showing everyday life in an underground shelter used as a refuge. Through a series of images, the directors move beyond typical war depictions to portray the lived reality of the country since February 24, 2022.IMDb 5.6 - 34
InfantryMovie · 2022 · 24mIn a traditional Brazilian setting, a birthday celebration takes place in a home without a father. Joana hopes for an early first period, while her brother Dudu longs for his father's return. The unexpected arrival of a teenager named Verbena offers the possibility of fulfilling their desires. However, these wishes come with a cost.IMDb 7.0TMDB 10.0 - 35
Infinity PoolMovie · 2023 · 118m · Horror, Science FictionJames and Em are having an idyllic vacation at a secluded island resort, enjoying beautiful beaches and attentive service. However, drawn by the alluring Gabi, they leave the resort and enter a world of violence, indulgence, and shocking darkness. A devastating accident throws them into a society with a strict justice system: death for criminals, or the option to watch their own execution if they have the money.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.1 - 36
Ash WednesdayMovie · 2023 · 30mOn the final day of Carnival in a Rio de Janeiro favela, Demétria awaits her daughter's return. However, a violent police raid tragically impacts both women. This short musical, set to Brazilian rhythms, explores themes of racism and broader social struggles.IMDb 8.4 - 37
Les chenillesMovie · 2023 · 29mTwo women, both from the Levant and living in exile in France, cautiously form a friendship while working as waitresses. The film explores themes of exploitation, both historical and contemporary, alongside the bonds of female solidarity, friendship, and the comfort found in connection. It draws parallels to the Silk Road as a metaphor for this enduring struggle.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.0 - 38
We Will Not Fade AwayMovie · 2023 · 98mFive teenagers in the war-torn Donbas region of Ukraine find a temporary escape in a Himalayan expedition. The film portrays a generation that, despite enduring hardship, can still appreciate and cherish the delicate beauty of life.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.7 - 39
TÁRMovie · 2022 · 158m · Music, DramaLydia Tár, a highly acclaimed conductor, prepares for a major symphony that could define her career. However, past decisions start to have repercussions in her current life.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.1 - 40
AfterMovie · 2024 · 69mIn a Parisian club, pulsating techno music captivates the crowd. People dance, socialize, and enjoy themselves. Félicie meets Saïd and invites him back to her apartment for a late-night gathering. As dawn approaches, contrasting lives and perspectives intersect.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.2 - 41
All the Colours of the World Are Between Black and WhiteMovie · 2023 · 93mBambino and Bawa meet in Lagos and form an instant connection. As they explore the city together on extended journeys, a strong bond develops between them. However, they face the weight of societal expectations in a culture where homosexuality is frowned upon.IMDb 6.0TMDB 7.0 - 42
And, Towards Happy AlleysMovie · 2023 · 75mThis film is a heartfelt tribute to Iranian cinema and poetry. It also provides an honest look at the challenges faced by critics under the current regime and depicts the persistent, everyday fight of Iranian women against oppression.IMDb 7.1 - 43
GhaathMovie · 2024 · 126mThis is a stark psychological study of the ongoing conflict in central India, a war that has lasted for more than half a century. The story unfolds deep within the jungle, examining the impact of relentless violence and death on both those who commit atrocities and those who suffer them.IMDb 7.8 - 44
Green NightMovie · 2023 · 92mTwo independent women enter the shadowy world beneath Seoul. Each is seeking a major score – a way to escape their unhappy marriages. As they work together, these women find themselves forming an unexpected bond.IMDb 5.3TMDB 6.0 - 45
Joan Baez: I Am a NoiseMovie · 2023 · 113m · Documentary, MusicJoan Baez: A Lifetime on Stage tells the story of a musical icon who has spent more than sixty years fighting for social justice. Inspired by her activist family, Baez’s dedication to civil rights and peace deepened through her friendship with Martin Luther King Jr., profoundly influencing her life and work. This revealing biography follows Baez during her farewell tour, examining the triumphs and challenges of an incredible life shaped by political changes, cultural evolution, and personal growth. With open honesty and heartfelt emotion, Baez reflects on her past, revealing the enduring passion that has fueled her activism and music career.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.5 - 46
Being in a Place: A Portrait of Margaret TaitMovie · 2024 · 62mThis film uses newly discovered archival materials and unpublished writings to create an intimate look at Margaret's life. It's told from the viewpoint of an artist who understood Margaret's vision for film as a deeply expressive art form.IMDb 6.1 - 47
The SirenMovie · 2023 · 100mNovember 1980. Southern Iran. As the Iran-Iraq war begins, Abadan, the heart of the Iranian oil industry, faces relentless attacks and is soon under siege. Fourteen-year-old Omid remains in the city with his grandfather, awaiting the return of his brother from the front. He joins a cast of other unusual characters, each with their own reasons for staying and fighting back. But as the Iraqi siege intensifies, Omid must find a way to protect those he cares about.IMDb 6.7TMDB 5.8 - 48
Till the End of the NightMovie · 2023 · 123mUndercover investigator Robert must build trust with a criminal by creating a fake relationship with Leni. But the lines blur when Robert develops real feelings, forcing him to confront his conflicting emotions, especially with the criminal he's investigating.IMDb 5.3TMDB 3.8 - 49
SiraMovie · 2023 · 122mFollowing a violent assault, the young nomad Sira chooses defiance over submission, confronting Islamist terror head-on. This story offers a woman's perspective, contrasting with mainstream coverage of the Sahel.IMDb 6.3TMDB 7.0 - 50
Under the Sky of DamascusMovie · 2023 · 88mViolence is a constant reality for Syrian women, who often suffer exploitation – frequently sexual – but remain silent due to fear of retaliation. A group of young women aims to challenge this taboo through a theatre project. However, their own freedom remains uncertain.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.0 - 51
MammaliaMovie · 2023 · 88mOne night, Camil wakes up to discover he's lost his penis. The unsettling events escalate when his partner vanishes after seeing an old flame. Determined to find her, Camil disguises himself in women's clothing and joins a hidden community focused on fertility, located near a lake. What he discovers there is more shocking than his initial troubles.IMDb 4.5TMDB 5.3 - 52
Sisi & IMovie · 2023 · 132mFollowing a lengthy selection process, Empress Elisabeth of Austria appoints Countess Irma as her lady-in-waiting and brings her to the Empress's summer home on Corfu. Their growing closeness there creates friction upon their return to Vienna.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.2 - 53
PassagesMovie · 2023 · 92m · Romance, DramaTomas and Martin, a gay couple married in Paris, face a crisis when Tomas impulsively starts an affair with a young teacher named Agathe. This triggers Martin to have an affair of his own, forcing Tomas to confront difficult choices he may not be ready to make.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.3 - 54
The Lost BoysMovie · 2023 · 83m · Drama, RomanceAt a juvenile detention center, Joe is getting ready to re-enter the world. However, William's arrival changes Joe's longing for freedom into something else entirely. Confined within the walls, intense feelings disrupt the yearning for independence.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.9 - 55
Happy DoomMovie · 2023 · 4mThe screen pulses with vibrant, shifting images – colors, shapes, sounds, and rhythms swirling together in a dizzying spectacle. This is a brief, energetic visual experience celebrating the captivating effects of color and disorientation.IMDb 5.3TMDB 5.0 - 56
A Kind of TestamentMovie · 2023 · 16mA young woman discovers animations online that are unmistakably based on her own private selfies. A stranger with her name admits to identity theft. But the truth behind the disturbing creations remains elusive, and the answers are tragically out of reach.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.0 - 57
From Fish to MoonMovie · 2023 · 13mIn a rural American supermarket, the employees arrive early to prepare for the day. They share coffee and restock the shelves, discussing everything from the air conditioning to their desire for quiet moments to read poetry, and occasionally hoping for a win at the slot machines.IMDb 6.5 - 58
White Plastic SkyMovie · 2023 · 112mIn 2123, dwindling resources force humanity to make a difficult choice: at 50, citizens are transformed into trees to ensure survival. When Stefan learns his wife Nora has chosen this fate for herself, he embarks on a perilous quest to save her.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.8 - 59
She Came to MeMovie · 2023 · 102m · Romance, Comedy, DramaComposer Steven Lauddem struggles with a creative block, preventing him from completing the score for his important comeback opera. His wife, Patricia, a former therapist, encourages him to find inspiration by exploring the city. While searching for ideas, Steven meets Katrina and realizes his life holds unexpected possibilities.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.1 - 60
The BeadsMovie · 2023 · 18mTwo young women seek refuge in a secluded vacation home. As one undergoes a medical abortion, the other provides quiet support. Unseen, a snake moves nearby.IMDb 6.5TMDB 5.0 - 61
A Woman in MakueniMovie · 2023 · 14mImprisoned, she awaits. He travels far, but arrives after it's over. Lost in an unfamiliar city, he encounters a woman offering assistance through subtle magic.IMDb 5.6 - 62
Mother LandMovie · 2023 · 10mShe stands confidently amidst towering piles of discarded technology, plastic, and hazardous materials – a landscape of waste and valuable resources. Her criticisms are sharp, articulate, and delivered with controlled anger.IMDb 5.8TMDB 6.5 - 63
The WaitingMovie · 2023 · 15mA biologist investigates the vanishing of frog species in the Central American rainforest, approaching the mystery like a detective solving a crime. Her research into these amphibians is presented with detailed scientific analysis, enhanced by strikingly animated illustrations.IMDb 7.6 - 64
The EchoMovie · 2024 · 102mIn the isolated village of El Echo, where time seems to stand still, children tend to sheep and care for the elderly. As hardship – frost and drought – grips the land, they learn about death, illness, and love through the actions and words of their parents. It's a story about the lingering impact of the past, the comfort of community, and the challenges of navigating life. Ultimately, it's about growing up.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.2 - 65
EevaMovie · 2022 · 16mRain falls heavily on the funeral. Tears flow freely, and wine is consumed in abundance. Unexpectedly, woodpeckers appear, and lingering memories of hopes and aspirations surface.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.0 - 66
The Shadowless TowerMovie · 2023 · 144mGu Wentong discovers his father's location after decades of separation. With the support of a new friend, photographer Ouyang Wenhui, Gu Wentong resolves to find his father and reconnect with him.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.7 - 67
Kiss the FutureMovie · 2024 · 103mThis film examines the dangers of nationalism and the power of art as a tool for resistance and activism during the 1990s siege of Sarajevo. Set against the backdrop of the Bosnian War, it shows how art and music provided a vital source of hope, with support from humanitarian efforts and the band U2.IMDb 7.6TMDB 6.4 - 68
The Teachers' LoungeMovie · 2023 · 98m · DramaWhen a student is accused of stealing, teacher Carla Nowak investigates. Torn between her principles and the school's bureaucracy, she faces repercussions that push her to the limit.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.2 - 69
Love to Love You, Donna SummerMovie · 2023 · 107mThis is the remarkable story of disco icon Donna Summer, told through a wealth of previously unseen materials: film clips, home videos, photographs, artwork, writings, audio recordings, and more, documenting her entire life. The film follows her journey from early success with Giorgio Moroder in Germany to later years dedicated to spirituality and family, seeking solace from the challenges of fame and personal struggles. Her story is uniquely intimate, presented through a collection of first-person perspectives.IMDb 6.6TMDB 7.1 - 70
Ingeborg Bachmann – Journey into the DesertMovie · 2023 · 110m · Drama, HistoryIn the summer of 1958, Ingeborg Bachmann and Max Frisch, both renowned international writers, meet in Paris. Over the next four years, they experience a passionate relationship, navigating the distance between his home in Zurich and her life in Rome, within an open relationship.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.6 - 71
NaniticMovie · 2022 · 14mCarol Nguyen, a Toronto filmmaker known for her award-winning documentaries, presents a new drama exploring the complex relationships within three generations of an immigrant family. The film delves into the intricate connections that bind them together.IMDb 7.3TMDB 5.5 - 72
Past LivesMovie · 2023 · 106m · Drama, RomanceNora and Hae Sung, who were close as children but have been separated for years, meet again in New York for a single weekend. During that time, they grapple with ideas of fate, romance, and the decisions that shape their lives.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.7 - 73
ManodromeMovie · 2023 · 96m · Mystery, Thriller, DramaRalphie drives for Uber and dreams of being a bodybuilder. He joins a group focused on traditional masculinity, but his carefully controlled life begins to unravel as long-hidden desires surface.IMDb 4.8TMDB 4.9 - 74
Loriot's Great Cartoon RevueMovie · 2023 · 79mLoriot, born Bernhard-Viktor Christoph-Carl von Bülow (1923-2011), is widely regarded as Germany's greatest and most versatile comedian of the 20th century. Between 1976 and 1978, Radio Bremen produced his six-part television series "Loriot," blending live-action skits with animated shorts. The series is considered the peak of Loriot’s television work and cemented his iconic status, becoming a lasting part of German culture.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.5 - 75
KiddoMovie · 2024 · 92mIn a children's home, eleven-year-old Lu often speaks of her mother, Karina. Karina tells fantastical stories of being a renowned Hollywood actress – someone who smells of oranges, converses with celebrities, and performs her own daring stunts.IMDb 6.5TMDB 5.8 - 76
Daydreaming So Vividly About Our Spanish HolidaysMovie · 2022 · 25mSeeking sunshine, light, and warmth, a group of teenagers take a much-anticipated vacation to the Balearic Islands.IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.9 - 77
Dearest FionaMovie · 2023 · 101mA voice narrates letters from a father to his daughter as 20th-century footage of the Netherlands plays on screen. Fiona Tan poignantly examines the possibilities that arise when audio and visuals don't align.IMDb 6.6 - 78
The TrialMovie · 2023 · 177mThis film chronicles the landmark trial held between April and December 1985. It focuses on the leaders of Argentina's last dictatorship (1976-1983), who were accused of responsibility for the disappearance of thousands of people and other crimes committed by the state.IMDb 8.4TMDB 8.4 - 79
Calls from MoscowMovie · 2023 · 75mFour queer Cuban exiles are staying in a prefabricated house in Moscow, intended only as a temporary stopover. However, Russia's invasion of Ukraine dramatically changes their plans. The story unfolds through their phone calls home to Cuba, forming the framework of Luís Alejandro Yero's first novel.IMDb 5.8TMDB 2.0 - 80
Notes from EremoceneMovie · 2023 · 78mIn an essay that reads like science fiction, Viera Čákanyová considers the concept of the Eremocene, the geological era named for loneliness by scientist Edward O. Wilson. She explores this idea through a conversation with a virtual version of herself from the future.IMDb 6.9 - 81
This Is the EndMovie · 2023 · 108mA series of road trips across Los Angeles, performances at the Poetry Lounge, and a romance unfolding during the pandemic lead to a reunion with a past love, forty years later. Vincent Dieutre returns with another gentle, semi-fictional story in "Forum," following his previous work, "Jaurès" (2012).IMDb 5.9TMDB 9.0 - 82
ElahaMovie · 2023 · 110mElaha, 22, feels pressured to prove her virginity before her wedding. A surgical procedure could restore her hymen, but it's financially out of reach. She questions the societal expectation of female virginity and who it's for.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.6 - 83
Mirror MirrorMovie · 2022 · 9mThis comedy follows a relatable 16-year-old girl and her close friend as they explore their sexuality and discover their own understanding of womanhood. They lean on each other as they learn about themselves.IMDb 5.8TMDB 7.0 - 84
Sweet AsMovie · 2023 · 87m · DramaFifteen-year-old Murra is struggling at home and close to giving up. Her police officer uncle steps in, offering a chance at change: a photo expedition for troubled teens. Hesitant, Murra joins Kylie, Sean, Elvis, and counselors Fernando and Michelle on the journey.
They travel to the Pilbara region, where the bus trip becomes a journey of self-discovery. Through shared experiences in nature, Murra and the others learn about friendship, finding themselves, and the unexpected possibilities of love. The film contrasts the carefree world of adolescence with the challenges of adulthood.
This story follows five teenagers as they navigate growing up and their individual difficulties, exploring the connection between innocence and experience.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.0 - 85
Remembering Every NightMovie · 2024 · 116mThe film follows several women as they navigate their daily lives: visiting a job center, practicing dance, and making music with friends. Shot with a strong sense of location and using long takes, it evokes the feeling of a bright and pleasant summer day, with moments of quiet reflection.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.7 - 86
The PloughMovie · 2023 · 95mA family of puppeteers, passionately led by their father, introduces its newest generation. Skilled artisans, they struggle financially, driven by their love for the art. Their grandmother supports them as a seamstress and a source of history and guidance. A devastating event tests each sibling's resolve to continue the family tradition.IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.5 - 87
The Survival of KindnessMovie · 2023 · 96mAbandoned in a desert cage, BlackWoman is left to perish. However, she refuses to give up. She escapes and travels through hardship and hostility, from desert to mountains and finally to a city, seeking a new start. But the city proves as unpredictable as the desert, and after being recaptured, BlackWoman must find a way to escape again. Or does she?IMDb 6.2TMDB 7.1 - 88
FemmeMovie · 2023 · 99m · Drama, Thriller, RomanceJules, a London drag artist, isolates himself and loses his career following a brutal assault. Months later, he spots one of his attackers at a gay sauna and sees a chance for revenge.IMDb 7.3TMDB 6.8 - 89
I Woke Up With a DreamMovie · 2022 · 75mFelipe, a teenager from La Paloma, secretly attends an acting workshop, despite his mother's disapproval of his pursuing an acting career. When a casting opportunity appears in Montevideo, Felipe impulsively takes a day trip by bus. He lands the part and realizes he needs to stay longer, but his deception begins to unravel.IMDb 6.9TMDB 5.9 - 90
Disco BoyMovie · 2023 · 92m · Drama, WarFollowing a difficult journey across Europe, Aleksei, a Belarusian, enlists in the French Foreign Legion, holding onto a fragile hope of finding a European identity. Jomo, a Nigerian, fights for his people's survival in the Niger Delta and is prepared to die for his beliefs. These two young men, both marked by sacrifice, unexpectedly meet, and their lives become intertwined, transcending borders, bodies, and fate.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.8 - 91
Longing for the WorldMovie · 2023 · 76mMargaux's summer holidays take an unexpected turn when she befriends seven-year-old Juliette and Joël, a man in his thirties who works as a fisherman.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.7 - 92
Someday We'll Tell Each Other EverythingMovie · 2023 · 124m · DramaIn the summer of 1990, in post-reunification East Germany, a young woman develops a relationship with a charming farmer who is significantly older than she is.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.8 - 93
MidwivesMovie · 2023 · 99mAfter five years of training for what they consider "the most beautiful job in the world," midwives Louise and Sofia begin their careers, facing significant responsibility in a demanding environment where they manage births, motherhood, and even death at a rapid pace. The film explores whether their dedication to their calling can withstand this intense pressure.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.9 - 94
Family TimeMovie · 2023 · 114mChristmas arrives, and the family is together, just as they always are. Grandpa overindulges, and Grandma tries to maintain the festive spirit. After the holidays end, everyone goes home, only to reunite again for a funeral.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.1 - 95
Bones and NamesMovie · 2024 · 104mBoris and Jonathan have been together for years, but their relationship feels distant. Boris is absorbed in rehearsals for a new film, blurring the lines between reality and performance, while Jonathan struggles to find his voice as a writer. Adding to these tensions is Jonathan's young niece Josie, navigating the end of childhood with her own unique approach. *Bones and Names*, Fabian Stumm's feature debut, explores how people seek meaning in their lives, examining the complexities of connection and separation. It’s a sensitive and humorous look at the ways relationships can both bring us together and push us apart.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.5 - 96
SuperpowerMovie · 2023 · 123m · DocumentarySean Penn and Aaron Kaufman's documentary captures events leading up to and following the Russian invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022. The film includes multiple interviews with Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.5 - 97
HeroicMovie · 2023 · 88m · Drama, ThrillerEighteen-year-old Luis, a Mexican youth of indigenous heritage, joins the Heroico Military College seeking a brighter future. He finds himself in a harsh, highly disciplined environment where the institution's methods are designed to mold him into the ideal soldier.IMDb 6.7TMDB 7.2 - 98
TótemMovie · 2023 · 95m · DramaIn a lively Mexican home, seven-year-old Sol gets caught up in the excitement of planning her father Tona's birthday party. Her mother, aunts, and relatives orchestrate the preparations, building towards an event that feels both eagerly awaited and a little daunting. As the day unfolds, Sol starts to grasp the importance of this year's celebration, mirroring the growing awareness within her family.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.8 - 99
When Will It Be Again Like It Never Was BeforeMovie · 2023 · 116mLife on the grounds of a major German psychiatric hospital is unusual. For Joachim, the director's son, the patients feel like family, a stark contrast to his older brothers who constantly frustrate him. His mother dreams of escaping to Italy, while his father openly pursues his own interests. As Joachim matures, his world begins to unravel, marked by personal loss.IMDb 6.6TMDB 5.6 - 100
The Veiled CityMovie · 2023 · 13mIn 1952, London was choked by the Great Smog, a dense, industrial fog that blanketed the entire city. Archive footage from this time now feels like glimpses into a bleak future.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.5
