This powerful selection of films from six countries explores a diverse range of urgent and deeply human themes—from the impact of October 7 and rising antisemitism, to intimate stories of a life well lived and the complexities of a father-daughter bond. Each film offers a unique cultural lens, inviting reflection on personal resilience, historical memory, and the ties that shape who we are. <img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/eventive-static/d56844e9afbe87a48ccdb4af8d74c6e3.jpg" width="300">

In the wake of the October 7 attack and ensuing war, a group of Israeli women and their children find temporary refuge on the Greek island of Evia. This ethnographic journey offers an intimate glimpse into their search for comfort, security, and a sense of belonging far from home.

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Where is Home

In the wake of the October 7 attack and ensuing war, a group of Israeli women and their children find temporary refuge on the Greek island of Evia.

The October 7, 2023 Hamas attack on Israel has deeply impacted Jewish life in Germany. As antisemitism rises, Jewish youth face a new reality—hiding religious symbols, increased security, and growing fear. Amid this climate, how do they navigate what should be a time of learning, love, and friendship?

Schock Schalom - Young, Jewish, Now

The October 7, 2023 Hamas attack on Israel has deeply impacted Jewish life in Germany.

After October 7th, a London neighborhood’s walls turned into a battleground as hostage posters became flashpoints between pro-Israeli and pro-Palestinian activists. Torn is a moving, deeply personal reflection on those torn images—and on reclaiming them as symbols of hope and healing.

Torn (London)

After October 7th, a London neighborhood’s walls turned into a battleground as hostage posters became flashpoints between pro-Israeli and pro-Palestinian activists.

Anna, a nursing assistant, cares for Maxim, a Holocaust survivor and former painter, in his crumbling home. Bitter and in denial about his worsening dementia, Maxim clashes with Anna—until the deeper, more complicated truth of their relationship slowly comes to light.

Anna-Maxim

Anna, a nursing assistant, cares for Maxim, a Holocaust survivor and former painter, in his crumbling home.

After retiring from academia, Rennie returned to her first love—photography. With sharp humor and feminist insight, her playful interventions critique the art historical canon while joyfully celebrating her elder, queer identity. The results are bold, eye-opening, and often hilarious.

Old Girl in a Tutu: Susan Rennie Disrupts Art History

After retiring from academia, Rennie returned to her first love—photography.

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