Amidst the sugarcane fields of Tucumán and the oppressive atmosphere of the sugar mill, a truth lies hidden within a young boy. After being accused of leading a gang at his school, Lucas must confront the demands of his mother and the school authorities.
A group of friends becomes entangled in a web of suspicion and tension after the brutal murder of a close friend. Distrust grows among them, and in search of answers, the group delves into a tense conversation that quickly spirals out of control. As old grudges and secrets resurface, their friendship is put to the test.
NH Dini, a visionary Indonesian writer, left a legacy that goes beyond words. This film tells the story of a woman ahead of her time, from her youth in Semarang to her relentless journey as a writer and activist. Through Pondok Baca Sekayu, Dini planted seeds of change in underprivileged children. This film portrays how her vision of a literate and gender-equal Indonesia slowly became reality, even if she never lived to see it.
The tumuli rising from Ankara’s steppe carry a memory that reaches beyond stone. Each hill stands as a silent witness to an unchanging vigil that has endured for centuries. This documentary brings to light the traces of civilizations forgotten in the shadow of the capital, embarking on a journey of discovery that reconstructs Ankara’s identity through its past.
The New Women’s Prison in Limerick is regarded as the most state-of-the-art prison in Europe. With an innovative ‘trauma-informed’ design this is a brave new touchstone for the Irish Prison Services; one that indicates a tide change in how prisons operate in Ireland. But what does success look like in a facility like this and how does it reflect upon a modern Ireland? What is rehabilitation? Next to what social norms? What does this all say about a society where some may feel safer incarcerated, indeed, where some not even yet born are destined to end up ‘inside’?
A former stock-car racer confronts memories of his manipulative father, revealing how facing his past helps him break the cycle and become a better dad.
How do people live in snowbound areas? What are the mechanisms for simply moving snow around? How have ski resorts mechanised what ought to be a natural process? Above all, MELT shows us the catastrophic impact of climate change. Glaciers are melting; seasonal snowfall rates are askew; and at the South Pole, an entire continent is breaking apart. What will happen if all these places succumb to rising temperatures? As one scientist states, “that water has to go somewhere.” A film of imposing beauty, MELT is also a comprehensive study of global warming as it is directly experienced by arctic and alpine communities. Geyrhalter offers a stark warning about an ominous future, one we may still be able to avoid.
For the first time since coming out as polyamorous, spouses Alex and Don are hosting Don’s Southern parents for Thanksgiving in their New York City apartment. The fifth seat at the table is for Aly, Don’s partner of three years. Aly and Alex have developed a deep metamour connection, and introducing Aly to Don’s parents is an important step for integrating the lives of all three. But tensions escalate when Don’s parents struggle to understand the relationship dynamics between their son and his partners, and the polycule must weigh biological family against their chosen one.
A young ghostwriter finds his quiet life at a remote estate suddenly disrupted when he encounters a woman who has suffered a terrible ordeal. As they navigate the aftermath together, their shared experience creates an unexpected bond that challenges them both in profound ways. This atmospheric character drama explores how two strangers, brought together by circumstance, discover strength and connection in the face of life's darkest moments.
Young-gil, a courier driver, wins a lot of money at a casino and proposes to Harim. After a while, he entrusts the truck to the pawnbroker Jeong-seop and returns to Seoul, losing even the 10 million won he borrowed. Young-gil eventually loses 10 million won borrowed from Harim's mother. Hitchhiking with a promise to get to Harim quickly, Young-gil gets into Jin-su's car. Yeong-gil rolls around Jin-su in the field to steal his handbag and car. Young-gil, who decides to drive to Samcheok as an apology and suggestion for Jin-su, finds the body of Jeong-seop in the trunk of his car.