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2026
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19:00
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Participating directors Wissam Moussa, Nidal Damo, Ahmed Hassouna, Alaa Ayoub, Karim Satoum, Bashar Al Babisi, Khamis Masharawi, Nida'A Abu Hasna, Tamer Nijim, Ahmed Al Danaf, Rima Mahmoud, Muhammad Al Sharif, Basil El Maqousi, Mustafa Al Nabih, Rabab Khamis, Mustafa Kulab, Alaa Damo, Hana Eleiwa, Mahdi Kreirah, Aws Al Banna, Islam Al Zeriei, Etimad Washah
Eine junge Frau mit schwarzem Kopftuch und dunkler Jacke ist im Vordergrund zu sehen. Sie blickt zur Seite. Im Hintergrund befindet sich ein heller, schlicht wirkender Raum mit zwei Kunstwerken: Das rechte zeigt ein rotes Haus vor einer skizzenhaften menschlichen Figur, das linke ist eine abstrakte Darstellung.
“From Ground Zero” is a compilation of 22 short films by directors from Gaza. Filmed between December 2023 and March 2024, the three- to six-minute films offer individual perspectives on the current reality of war in Gaza. With a mix of genres including fiction, documentary, docufiction, animation and experimental film, From Ground Zero presents a variety of stories that reflect…
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2026
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19:00
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Directed by Jafar Najafi
Drei junge Menschen stehen in einem grünen Getreidefeld. Ein Junge in roter Trainingsjacke und schwarzem Hut steht vorne, dahinter zwei Mädchen mit bunten Kopftüchern und gemusterten Kleidern. Im Hintergrund erstreckt sich eine hügelige, baumbestandene Landschaft.
Two documentary films by Iranian director Jafar Najafi in a double feature: ALONE The 14-year-old shepherd boy Amir plays, laughs, and argues with his younger sisters in their sheep pasture in Iran. But his nervous tugging at the grass reveals the deep conflict within him: Since his father died several years ago, Amir has had to take on the role…
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2026
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19:00
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Directed by Julia Beerhold
Auf dem Foto sitzen vier Personen auf einem Sofa. Links sitzt eine ältere Frau mit Brille in einem langen, blau gemusterten Kleid. Daneben sitzt eine Frau mit dunkler Brille, dunklem gemustertem Kleid und einer Perlenkette. In der Mitte rechts sitzt ein junger Mann mit hellbraunem Haar, weißem Pullover und rosa kariertem Hemd. Rechts sitzt eine junge Frau mit langen dunklen Haaren, weißer Bluse und rotem Rock; sie hat den Kopf nach hinten gelegt. Die vier Personen sitzen dicht nebeneinander und blicken überwiegend in Richtung Kamera. Im Vordergrund steht ein niedriger Tisch mit einer karierten Tischdecke und einer kleinen Holzfigur. Hinter dem Sofa hängt ein großes gerahmtes Bild mit einer abstrakten, überwiegend blau-braunen Darstellung. Die Aufnahme wirkt wie ein älteres Familienfoto in einem Wohnzimmer.
Exceptionally Wednesday This is the story of two siblings. Their parents loved and supported them. But the parents also used severe violence: The children were beaten, even on wounds. They were slapped when they fell down. Sometimes for no reason. For the parents, this was not a contradiction. They said that they loved their children, and the children believed them.…
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2026
time:
19:00
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Directed by Nathalie Masduraud, Valérie Urrea
Schwarz-Weiß-Porträtfotografie: Eine junge Person mit kurzem, zurückgekämmtem Haar und ernstem Gesichtsausdruck ist frontal zu sehen. Das Porträt ist als Abzug mit schwarzem Rand auf einem Stapel weiterer Fotografien platziert. Eine Hand hält den Abzug am rechten unteren Rand fest. Im Hintergrund sind weitere Schwarz-Weiß-Fotografien teilweise sichtbar.
Simone de Beauvoir’s essay Le deuxième sexe (The Second Sex, 1949) became known as the “Bible” of feminism. The book argues for equal rights, women’s independence and sexual freedom. How does the book influence us today? Important feminist researchers of our time take a critical new look at this groundbreaking work. In 1949, Simone de Beauvoir’s (1908–1986) essay The Second…
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2026
time:
19:00
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Directed by Florian Heinzen-Ziob
Auf dem Foto ist eine Demonstration im öffentlichen Raum zu sehen. Im Mittelpunkt steht eine Person mit dem Rücken zur Kamera. Sie trägt eine weiße Jacke mit der Aufschrift „Scientist Rebellion“ sowie eine gestrickte Mütze mit Bommel und einen türkisfarbenen Kapuzenpullover. Die Person hält zusammen mit anderen Demonstrierenden ein großes weißes Transparent. Im Hintergrund befindet sich eine städtische Gebäudefassade mit großen Fenstern. Mehrere Polizeikräfte stehen gegenüber der Gruppe, teilweise sind blaue Lichter von Einsatzfahrzeugen zu erkennen. Die Szene wirkt wie eine öffentliche Protestaktion in einer Innenstadt.
Science is meant to be objective: facts instead of emotions.But a new generation of natural scientists is experiencing how their research is being disrupted by climate change. Instead of discovering the wonders of nature, Maria, a doctor of glaciology, Sebastian, a professor of physical chemistry, and Nana, a molecular biologist, become witnesses to a world in decline. But no one…
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2026
time:
19:00
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Directed by Kevin MacDonald
The black-and-white image shows Yoko Ono and John Lennon in a close-up. Yoko Ono places both hands on John Lennon's shoulders as the two look at each other attentively. John Lennon is wearing glasses and has medium-length, slightly wavy hair. The scene feels calm and intimate. The dark, softly blurred background draws the viewer's attention to the two figures and their shared moment.
In 1971, John Lennon and Yoko Ono leave their large house in London for a small two-room loft in New York City’s Greenwich Village. Both feel liberated: Lennon from the overwhelming public image of being a Beatle, and Ono from the sexist and racist attacks of fans who blamed her for breaking up the world’s most famous band. In New…
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2026
time:
19:00
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Directed by Markus Schmidt
Eine Person mit zusammengebundenen Haaren und Brille spielt im Vordergrund Saxofon und sitzt vor einem Notenständer mit aufgelegten Noten. Im Hintergrund sind weitere Musikerinnen und Musiker mit verschiedenen Instrumenten, darunter Schlagzeug und Blechblasinstrumente, zu sehen. Die Szene ist in warmes, goldfarbenes Bühnenlicht getaucht und vermittelt die konzentrierte Atmosphäre einer Musikprobe oder eines Konzerts. Der Fokus liegt auf der saxofonspielenden Person im Vordergrund, während der Hintergrund leicht unscharf erscheint.
The documentary follows a Berlin-based big band on its journey to Mali, where the musicians hope to record an album with the legendary Rail Band. After discovering old records from Mali’s rich musical past, they set out to revive the unique big band sound. Despite cultural misunderstandings along the way, the musicians remain committed to making the project a success.…
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2026
time:
19:00
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Directed by Marcus Vetter, Michele Gentile
Ein Besprechungsraum mit mehreren Personen während einer Konferenz oder Sitzung. Ein Mann steht an einem Rednerpult und blickt auf einen Computerbildschirm. Zwei weitere Teilnehmer sitzen an einem Tisch mit Laptops, Mikrofonen, Unterlagen und Wassergläsern. An den Wänden hängen großformatige Fotografien, die bewaffnete Kinder und Jugendliche in militärischer Kleidung zeigen. Die helle, sachliche Atmosphäre des Raumes steht im Kontrast zu den eindrücklichen Motiven der ausgestellten Bilder.
Dedicated to Ben Ferencz, the youngest chief prosecutor at the Nuremberg Trials, who spent his entire life fighting to replace war with justice. On 24 February 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine. Shortly afterwards, the International Criminal Court (ICC) issued an arrest warrant for Russian President Vladimir Putin over the alleged deportation of Ukrainian children and related suspected war crimes. Eighteen months…
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2026
time:
19:00
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Directed by Azza El-Hassan
Ein Fernsehteam führt ein Interview mit einem Mann im Eingangsbereich seiner Wohnung. Während eine Kamerafrau die Szene aufnimmt, stellt eine Reporterin Fragen und ein Tonassistent zeichnet das Gespräch mit einer Mikrofonangel auf. Im Vordergrund steht ein Wasserspender mit Trinkbechern auf einem kleinen Tisch, der Teil der schlichten Wohnumgebung ist. Pflanzen und das natürliche Tageslicht verleihen der Szene eine authentische Atmosphäre und unterstreichen den Charakter einer Vor-Ort-Reportage.
The films produced by the PLO’s media department were intended to present a self-determined image of Palestinian reality. During the Israeli invasion of Beirut in 1982, however, the film archive disappeared. In this road movie, director Azza El-Hassan travels through Palestine, Jordan, Syria, and Lebanon, following a series of contradictory and often confusing clues about the archive’s whereabouts. Her increasingly…
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2026
time:
19:00
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Directed by Michael Schwarz
A person lies in an open wooden coffin lined with light-colored fabric. They are wearing a bright blue sweater and dark pants, with both hands raised in an expressive gesture. Several people stand around the coffin, observing the scene. The room has parquet flooring and rows of red chairs in the background.
Death and saying goodbye are part of life. So why is it still so hard for us to talk about them? Berlin funeral director Eric Wrede and his team are working to break the taboo surrounding death—with honesty, empathy, and openness. For them, the deceased are not just part of a job, and grieving families are not simply customers. Every…
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2026
time:
19:00
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Directed by Josephine Links
A person with a long gray beard looks directly into the camera. Their face appears weathered by years of sun and exposure, with deep lines and wrinkles. Dark, linear, and broad markings are visible across the forehead, nose, and cheeks and appear to be tattoos. Their gray hair is long and unkempt. Part of the face is obscured by a dark object in the foreground, creating the impression that the person is looking through a narrow opening. The background is out of focus and mostly dark, with a few lighter areas and a section of reddish tile visible.
Martin Schoeller has photographed U.S. presidents, Hollywood stars, and world-class athletes. In his personal projects, however, the acclaimed photographer turns his attention to people who rarely receive public recognition—people experiencing homelessness, formerly incarcerated individuals, drag queens, and Native Americans. Having lived in the United States for more than thirty years, Schoeller has witnessed the deep political and social divisions shaping…
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2026
time:
19:00
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Directed by Alina Cyranek
The image shows a seated person illuminated by soft blue light. Shiny marks are visible on their arm and hand. A dark discoloration can be seen on one knee, which may be a bruise or other injury. The person is holding their forearm with the opposite hand. The low lighting and the focus on the body create a serious and vulnerable atmosphere.
In her documentary FASSADEN (Facades), director Alina Cyranek sheds light on the realities faced by women in abusive relationships, the lasting impact of violence on their lives, and the challenges of finding safety and support. With a calm and unsensational approach, the film serves first and foremost as an act of public education. While statistics on domestic violence are widely…
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2026
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19:00
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Directed by David Koff, Musindo Mwinyipembe
The black-and-white photograph shows a group of people taking part in a demonstration. At the centre stands a young Black boy wearing a jacket and looking directly at the camera. He holds a protest sign reading “Stop Police Framing Blacks.” Around him are other demonstrators, some carrying signs and others engaged in conversation. The image conveys a sense of collective protest against racism and police discrimination.
A searing portrait of racism in post-war Britain, and of how the structures of a collapsing colonial empire were ultimately reproduced at home. The film traces the experiences of Caribbean migrants who arrived in Britain seeking opportunities and escaping the economic stagnation that empire itself had helped create—part of what one commentator describes as “a vast labour reserve that has…
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2026
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19:00
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Directed by David Borenstein
A school hallway full of children during a break. In the foreground, a blurred person wearing a plaid shirt and a backpack is standing. In the center, a boy is aiming a long toy rifle straight ahead while squinting one eye. To the right, another child is also holding a long toy rifle. In the background, several students are standing in groups and talking to each other. Most of the children are wearing light-colored tops and school clothes.
Winner of the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature: Mr. Nobody Against Putin tells the story of Pawel Talankin, a teacher at a school in the copper-mining town of Karabash in the Ural Mountains. The town was once described by UNESCO as “the most toxic place on Earth,” which for years turned it into a grim tourist attraction. Talankin himself…
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2026
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19:00
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Directed by Stanislaw Mucha
The image shows two artists working together in an art studio. In the center is a large green metal barrel painted with a portrait of Vincent van Gogh. On the left, one person is standing in front of the barrel and painting with a brush. On the right, another person is sitting on a low stool while holding a paint palette. In the background, several canvases and paintings can be seen leaning against the walls of the studio. Various paints and art supplies are also spread around the room. The atmosphere appears creative and focused. The scene gives the impression of collaborative artistic work in a modern art studio.
What is real? What is fake? And who decides what an original is? In the copy-art city of Dafen, thousands of artists paint masterpieces by Vincent van Gogh, Claude Monet, and Rembrandt day and night. Millions of paintings are sold around the world every year. Filmmaker Stanislaw Mucha takes a humorous and sharp look at originals, copies, and the value…
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2026
time:
19:00
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Directed by Albert & David Maysles, Charlotte Zwerin
The image shows a concert scene viewed from the stage. In the foreground, a person (Mick Jagger) is wearing a red-and-white striped top hat and holding a microphone close to his mouth. He is shown from the side and illuminated by reddish-blue stage lighting. In the background, a large and tightly packed crowd faces the stage. The atmosphere appears energetic and musical, likely during a live performance.
Gimme Shelter is an American documentary film from 1970. It follows the final weeks of The Rolling Stones’ 1969 U.S. tour, which ended with the disastrous Altamont Free Concert and the killing of Meredith Hunter. The film is named after “Gimme Shelter,” the title track of the 1969 album Let It Bleed. In 1971, the documentary was shown as the…
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2026
time:
19:00
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Directed by Arthur Franck
Three men in suits sit at a round table with microphones, apparently participating in a television or discussion program. The man in the middle is holding a cigarette and looking to the side. In the background, there is a modern building by the water as well as a church tower. The image has the appearance of an older television recording from the 1970s.
THE HELSINKI EFFECT brings one of the most important diplomatic events of the 1970s to life in an entertaining and informative way: the 1975 Conference on Security and Cooperation in Europe (CSCE). At the same time, the film shows how this political event still influences world politics today. In this way, the audience experiences a journey through time that remains…
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2026
time:
19:30
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Directed by Shingo Ota
A group of swimmers stands side by side at the edge of a large outdoor pool, looking toward the water. In the background, modern high-rise buildings rise beneath a bright sky with a soft evening atmosphere. The scene conveys a sense of teamwork, anticipation, and urban sports culture.
For more than 50 years, the public Numakage swimming pool in Saitama has been an important meeting place for people of all ages and backgrounds. When the pool is set to make way for an urban redevelopment project, local resistance begins to grow. As the final opening day approaches, the disappearance of the pool becomes unavoidable, and a wave of…
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2026
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19:00
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Directed by Kani Lapuerta
Two young people are in a cozy indoor setting decorated with light-colored fabrics. One person is lying on their stomach on a mattress or low bed, wearing a red T-shirt and shorts. Their head is turned to the side, and they appear relaxed while looking toward the other person. Next to them, a second person is sitting upright, wearing a pink, floral-patterned garment resembling a kimono. They have a floral headband and are holding a small object, possibly a cosmetic item. A round mirror is placed between them, reflecting the face of the seated person. An open bag or case with various items is lying on the blanket. The room is warmly and softly lit, with sheer, light fabrics in the background creating a calm and intimate atmosphere.
Karla is dreamy, charismatic, and trans. She grows up with her parents in the small Mexican town of Tepoztlán. She loves putting on makeup and dressing up. But sometimes the world feels overwhelming to her. At those moments, she hides in her room for hours. Luckily, Karla has friends and a family who support her, often understand her, and also…
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2026
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19:00
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Directed by Petr Lom
A person floats calmly on their back in shallow water. Their head rests slightly tilted backward in the water, eyes closed. Dark hair spreads partly across the surface of the water. The person wears light-colored clothing with a subtle pattern. Gentle ripples surround the body, while the blurred riverbank in the background appears in natural shades of gray and green. The scene feels quiet, weightless, and introspective, conveying an atmosphere of calm, release, and vulnerability.
Māori river guardian Ned Tapa takes filmmakers, international water advocates, and activists on a canoe journey along the Whanganui River in Aotearoa, New Zealand. Stretching over 320 kilometers, the river is the first in the world to be recognized as a legal person. For more than 150 years, the Māori people have fought passionately to protect their sacred lifeline. Along…
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