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My Grandfather's Demons

Rosa is a successful professional. The sudden death of the grandfather who raised her and the feeling of not having returned that love, bring her back to the home where she was raised. Thanks to a series of letters and clues left to her by her grandfather, she discovers an important task that will help her make peace with herself and others, while making amends for her grandfather's past mistakes.

Searching for Amani

A young aspiring journalist investigates his father’s mysterious murder within the boundaries of one of Kenya’s largest wildlife conservancies. As a ravaging drought encroaches, his quest to find the killer shifts as the collateral damage of a warming world is revealed.

The Feast (Virundhu)

The Feast (Virundhu), directed by Rishi Chandna, follows a fisherwoman in a coastal village who challenges a powerful local politician to a feast. Confronting the decline of her lake, she prepares a secret dish with the potential to restore it. This dramatic culinary event blends personal and environmental stakes, highlighting her ingenuity and the deep bond between her community and their endangered natural resource.

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Sanctuary

Sanctuary, directed by Min-cheol Wang, explores the ethical challenges of animal welfare in South Korea. The story follows Jeong-ho Kim, the head veterinarian at Cheongju Zoo, who dreams of turning the zoo into the nation’s first true sanctuary. His mission gains momentum with the arrival of Tae-kyu Choi, an animal welfare activist focused on creating a haven for farm bears rescued from abusive conditions. Their efforts are contrasted by the nearby Chungnam Wildlife Rescue Center, where staff face the painful reality of euthanizing animals that cannot be returned to the wild. The film poignantly highlights the moral dilemmas and relentless efforts to provide animals with a second chance at life.

Our Fellow Earthlings

Reflections in a Changing World

Snow Leopard

Snow Leopard by Pema Tseden is a visually striking drama set in the Tibetan mountains. When a snow leopard kills nine rams, the herder’s family faces emotional and financial fallout, attracting a TV crew eager to capture the rare event. The film explores the complex relationship between humans and wildlife, raising questions about tradition, conservation, and coexistence in a rapidly changing world.

Coexistence

Food Politics

Disha Swarajyachi (Towards Self -Governance)

Disha Swarajyachi (Towards Self-Governance) is a documentary about a tribal village in Gadchiroli, Maharashtra, known for its consensus-based decision-making. As the first village in India to acquire 'Forest Rights,' it has achieved social and financial independence through this practice. The film showcases how this model of working together as a family can be implemented by any community willing to unite and collaborate.

Esther & the Law

For decades, Esther Kiobel has been fighting for justice for her husband, one of the nine men executed in 1995 after revolting against Shell's pollution of Ogoniland (Nigeria). Almost 25 years later, Esther takes Shell to court in the Netherlands. This powerful documentary tells the story of one woman's fight against the might of a massive multinational corporation.

Once Upon a Time in a Forest

A modern fairy tale set in Finland’s enchanting woodlands, where young people thrive in harmony with nature. As they enjoy the forest's beauty, 22-year-old Ida leads the Forest Movement against threats from industrial exploitation. The film captures Ida's inspiring battle to protect the forest and its serene beauty, underscoring the critical conflict between conservation and development.

Fighting Back

Forced to Adapt

No Winter Holidays

No Winter Holidays follows Ratima and Kalima, two widows of the same man, who find themselves as the sole caretakers of their deserted village. Now in the twilight of their lives, they must set aside their shared past and rely on each other to endure the long, harsh winter. The film observes them navigate the stark isolation and abandonment of their village.

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