To deal with their experiences during the Gaza war, a group of young people have written a play “The Gaza-Monologues”, which has been presented in over 40 countries. But with travel in and out of Gaza closely monitored, the play is usually performed by an ensemble from Ramallah. A film about living under occupation and the power of theatre and art.
When the 60-year-old father of the film director regularly flies to Thailand to enjoy the company of women her own age, she is understandably embarrassed. But things are starting to get serious: The wedding is looming. Is this love, asks his daughter, or more of a “business”? A light-hearted and personal film.
Passionate fashion designer Mc Bright Kavari modernises the traditional costumes of Herero women in Namibia. He wants his dresses to keep alive memories of Namibia’s painful colonial past and the genocide that was committed against the Herero people.
Europe’s urban tourism is experiencing an unprecedented boom, generating 400 billion euro a year. But many cities – Venice, Barcelona and Dubrovnik – can no longer cope with the crowds, the congestion, rubbish, soaring rents and empty city coffers. Europe’s dream destinations are on the verge of collapse. Can they still be saved?
The sexuality of people with disabilities is rarely taken seriously. But sexual assistants like Nina, Edith and Ronald are there to professionally satisfy the wishes of their clients for affection and physical contact. Is this a form of prostitution? A sensitive study of a taboo subject.
What is more important: freedom of expression or a respect for religions? What are the views of the artists, film-makers and cartoonists whose work is accused by different communities of being blasphemous? And how do representatives of different religions regard blasphemy?
We travel to southern Kyrgyzstan and accompany Muhta Akar during the annual walnut harvest. The Fergana mountains are home to the world’s largest walnut forest. An extraordinary story about an ordinary-looking nut in a fascinating foreign culture, which is struggling to survive.
We think we live in a visual world, but the scientific research presented in this film points to a more sonically influenced future than a visual one. The film shows the latest findings on the impact sound and music has on our brain and behaviour. Can new technologies help us experience music and sound in a new way?
Over 20 failed attempts on the life of Francisco Franco have come to light since the Spanish dictator’s death in 1975. Who were the attackers and what were their motives? In fascinatingly re-enacted scenes, two of the attackers describe their motives and the circumstances behind the plots against the dictator.
What happens when dreams grow up? A music drama about a group of youths from the north German provinces who make it to LA with their garage band – but fail disastrously. They grow up, finally overcome their personal demons and make music again. And they stay friends.
Fourteen countries, 16 children, five continents, one voice. All 16 children share with us their thoughts, desires, fears and hopes. Inquisitive and hungry for education, they want to change the world. A film about the future of the planet, a future these children will one day help to shape. And an appeal to us all: NOT WITHOUT US!
A song contest behind bars. Drug dealers, thieves and murderers jailed in Russia’s many prisons sing about homesickness, love, war and forgiveness. They all dream of taking part in the traditional Kalina Krasnaya contest. A film about the harsh reality of life behind bars but also the unique power music.
