(IC4)

Hot in the Shade

This programme is part of the International Competition. From 15 years of age.

Screened:
TUE 24/10, 15:00 FYRIS
SAT 28/10, 13:00 REGINA

BLINDED BY CENTURIES

This film navigates the evolution of consciousness in a speculative post-human landscape. A generation adrift, existing between earthly and mythical realms, traces history to imagine a future before transformation.

Thailand, United States 2023 / 13:57 / Director/Producer: Parinda Mai

THE MIRACLE

40-year-old Irma goes on vacation to an all-inclusive resort. Soon after her arrival she realises that the place is meant for young families. Irma has to find her own place in this holiday paradise.

Belgium, Netherlands 2023 / 14:58 / Director: Nienke Deutz Producer: Annemie Degryse

A BIRD CALLED MEMORY

A bird called Memory has forgotten how to find its way back home. Lua, a trans woman, searches for Memory in the streets, but the city can be a hostile place.

Brazil 2023 / 15:00 / Director: Leonardo Martinelli Producer: Leonardo Martinelli, Naomi Pacifique, Rafael Manuel, Rafael Teixeira

CHOMP IT!

Two crocodilian men go to a swimming pool to cool off. One of them is seemingly of a different and special kind; the other is unable to control his desire.

Singapore 2023 / 11:35 / Director: Li Shuen Lam, Mark Chua Producer: Yi Jia Lee

EEVA

It is a sad day in Eeva’s life. The rain is pouring down at her husband’s funeral. A woodpecker that delivered a message code on the coffin is killed. There is a lot of crying, too much wine, and a couple of dreams to fill in the gaps.

Estonia, Croatia 2022 / 15:57 / Director: Lucija Mrzljak, Morten Tšinakov

DAYDREAMING SO VIVIDLY ABOUT OUR SPANISH HOLIDAYS

Sun-starved teenagers go on a dreamy trip to the Balearic islands in the pursuit of light and warmth. They must absorb it and act as vessels in order to transport it back to their heavily clouded kingdom.

Spain 2022 / 23:00 / Director: Christian Avilés Producer: Nica Fazio

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