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2026
time:
19:00
naxos.Kino
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:
14:00
Theater Willy Praml
Duration 3 hours
For centuries, storytelling has held a central place in the collective memory of the Levant, and the Hakawati was the undisputed master of the evening gatherings. The Hakawati was not merely a storyteller; he opened the gateway to other worlds, building bridges between history and fiction, between reality and legend. Theater Willy Praml revives this tradition with its Syrian ensemble…
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2026
time:
19:00
naxos.Kino
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
naxos.Kino
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:
14:00
Theater Willy Praml
Duration 3 hours
For centuries, storytelling has held a central place in the collective memory of the Levant, and the Hakawati was the undisputed master of the evening gatherings. The Hakawati was not merely a storyteller; he opened the gateway to other worlds, building bridges between history and fiction, between reality and legend. Theater Willy Praml revives this tradition with its Syrian ensemble…
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2026
time:
17:00
Hemmesmann & Lovers
Concept, Direction, Artistic Lead Maj Lilith Hemmesmann
On a large outdoor public square stands an oversized spinning wheel. The wheel is designed in various shades of blue and white and divided into numbered segments from 1 to 15. Several large and small orange circles are scattered across its surface. To the right of the wheel stands a smiling person wearing dark clothing, light sneakers, and a pink cap. They hold a small bell in their hands. A microphone stand is positioned next to them. On both sides of the wheel are small orange stools. In the background, modern office buildings with large glass façades can be seen. The photo was taken on a sunny day.
On Frankfurt’s Hauptwache square stands a giant spinning wheel. But here, you don’t win gummy bears—you win artistic experiences for hearing, seeing, or touching. How do we perceive public space? What might happen when imagination is given free rein? What disturbs us, what enchants us: a suddenly appearing choir, a friendly monster, homemade treats, or two vulvas riding past on…
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2026
time:
14:00
Hemmesmann & Lovers
Concept, Direction, Artistic Lead Maj Lilith Hemmesmann
On a large outdoor public square stands an oversized spinning wheel. The wheel is designed in various shades of blue and white and divided into numbered segments from 1 to 15. Several large and small orange circles are scattered across its surface. To the right of the wheel stands a smiling person wearing dark clothing, light sneakers, and a pink cap. They hold a small bell in their hands. A microphone stand is positioned next to them. On both sides of the wheel are small orange stools. In the background, modern office buildings with large glass façades can be seen. The photo was taken on a sunny day.
On Frankfurt’s Hauptwache square stands a giant spinning wheel. But here, you don’t win gummy bears—you win artistic experiences for hearing, seeing, or touching. How do we perceive public space? What might happen when imagination is given free rein? What disturbs us, what enchants us: a suddenly appearing choir, a friendly monster, homemade treats, or two vulvas riding past on…
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2026
time:
19:00
naxos.Kino
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:
20:00
Billinger & Schulz
Concept, Choreography Verena Billinger, Sebastian Schulz
Nahaufnahme eines leicht geöffneten Mundes vor schwarzem Hintergrund. Die Lippen sind rosafarben und deutlich sichtbar strukturiert. Die Zunge berührt die oberen Schneidezähne. Ein Teil der weißen Zähne ist sichtbar. Das Bild wirkt wie eine Studioaufnahme mit starkem Kontrast zwischen Hauttönen und schwarzem Hintergrund.
Love strikes people unexpectedly, uniquely, overwhelmingly. It is romantic, passionate, fleeting. With LOVE, Billinger & Schulz approach love through the musical — the very form that has historically staged big feelings most audaciously. An ensemble of contemporary dancers directly embraces its exuberance, force, and pathos: tenderness, longing, the body surrendering itself to emotion. And those moments when love reaches its…
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2026
time:
20:00
Billinger & Schulz
Concept, Choreography Verena Billinger, Sebastian Schulz
Nahaufnahme eines leicht geöffneten Mundes vor schwarzem Hintergrund. Die Lippen sind rosafarben und deutlich sichtbar strukturiert. Die Zunge berührt die oberen Schneidezähne. Ein Teil der weißen Zähne ist sichtbar. Das Bild wirkt wie eine Studioaufnahme mit starkem Kontrast zwischen Hauttönen und schwarzem Hintergrund.
Love strikes people unexpectedly, uniquely, overwhelmingly. It is romantic, passionate, fleeting. With LOVE, Billinger & Schulz approach love through the musical — the very form that has historically staged big feelings most audaciously. An ensemble of contemporary dancers directly embraces its exuberance, force, and pathos: tenderness, longing, the body surrendering itself to emotion. And those moments when love reaches its…
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2026
time:
19:00
naxos.Kino
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
time:
20:00
Billinger & Schulz
Concept, Choreography Verena Billinger, Sebastian Schulz
Nahaufnahme eines leicht geöffneten Mundes vor schwarzem Hintergrund. Die Lippen sind rosafarben und deutlich sichtbar strukturiert. Die Zunge berührt die oberen Schneidezähne. Ein Teil der weißen Zähne ist sichtbar. Das Bild wirkt wie eine Studioaufnahme mit starkem Kontrast zwischen Hauttönen und schwarzem Hintergrund.
Love strikes people unexpectedly, uniquely, overwhelmingly. It is romantic, passionate, fleeting. With LOVE, Billinger & Schulz approach love through the musical — the very form that has historically staged big feelings most audaciously. An ensemble of contemporary dancers directly embraces its exuberance, force, and pathos: tenderness, longing, the body surrendering itself to emotion. And those moments when love reaches its…
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2026
time:
20:00
Billinger & Schulz
Concept, Choreography Verena Billinger, Sebastian Schulz
Nahaufnahme eines leicht geöffneten Mundes vor schwarzem Hintergrund. Die Lippen sind rosafarben und deutlich sichtbar strukturiert. Die Zunge berührt die oberen Schneidezähne. Ein Teil der weißen Zähne ist sichtbar. Das Bild wirkt wie eine Studioaufnahme mit starkem Kontrast zwischen Hauttönen und schwarzem Hintergrund.
Love strikes people unexpectedly, uniquely, overwhelmingly. It is romantic, passionate, fleeting. With LOVE, Billinger & Schulz approach love through the musical — the very form that has historically staged big feelings most audaciously. An ensemble of contemporary dancers directly embraces its exuberance, force, and pathos: tenderness, longing, the body surrendering itself to emotion. And those moments when love reaches its…
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2026
time:
20:00
Billinger & Schulz
Concept, Choreography Verena Billinger, Sebastian Schulz
Nahaufnahme eines leicht geöffneten Mundes vor schwarzem Hintergrund. Die Lippen sind rosafarben und deutlich sichtbar strukturiert. Die Zunge berührt die oberen Schneidezähne. Ein Teil der weißen Zähne ist sichtbar. Das Bild wirkt wie eine Studioaufnahme mit starkem Kontrast zwischen Hauttönen und schwarzem Hintergrund.
Love strikes people unexpectedly, uniquely, overwhelmingly. It is romantic, passionate, fleeting. With LOVE, Billinger & Schulz approach love through the musical — the very form that has historically staged big feelings most audaciously. An ensemble of contemporary dancers directly embraces its exuberance, force, and pathos: tenderness, longing, the body surrendering itself to emotion. And those moments when love reaches its…
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2026
time:
19:00
naxos.Kino
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
time:
20:00
Naxos Hallenkonzerte
Violin Karolina Weltrowska
An abstract surface in delicate shades of pink, beige, and grey. Organic, circular forms and flowing lines evoke aerial views of river landscapes, geological formations, or microscopic cellular structures. The subtle color gradients and natural patterns create a calm, floating atmosphere.
Created in the aftermath of World War I, this timeless drama unfolds with an open ending. A soldier sells his soul to the Devil—a story based on a Russian folktale collected by Alexander Afanasyev and originally linked to the military conscription practices under Tsar Nicholas I. Against the concise and unsentimental text by Ramuz, Stravinsky sets a musical language enriched…
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2026
time:
19:00
naxos.Kino
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
time:
14:00
Theater Willy Praml
Duration 3 hours
For centuries, storytelling has held a central place in the collective memory of the Levant, and the Hakawati was the undisputed master of the evening gatherings. The Hakawati was not merely a storyteller; he opened the gateway to other worlds, building bridges between history and fiction, between reality and legend. Theater Willy Praml revives this tradition with its Syrian ensemble…
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2026
time:
20:00
ELEGANZ AUS REFLEX
Director, Text Carolin Millner
Four performers sit closely together on the floor of a theatre stage. They wear striking, colorful costumes and short black wigs. One person lies at the front, appearing exhausted or asleep, while the other three gather tightly around them, gently holding and supporting the resting figure. The group conveys a sense of calm, reflection, and connection. Warm stage lighting focuses on the performers, while the background remains dark. The stage floor is made of wood.
Due to the extreme heat, the performance scheduled for June 28 has unfortunately been canceled. Who are you when everyone else defines your story? For centuries, the history of the Jewish Rothschild family has been overshadowed by conspiracy myths and antisemitic propaganda. Drawing on research and autobiographical material, this choreographed theatre production brings a different perspective to the stage. Fictional…
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2026
time:
19:00
naxos.Kino
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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