Shifting Roots (Lebanon) by Angie Mrad

An 81 years old woman had to flee her home as Hezbollah and Israel bomb around her. In the midst of war between Israel and Hezbollah, Nouhad an 81 years old woman had to leave everything behind to seek refuge as they bomb around her. She has a hard time talking about the human tragedies, but the thing she talks about most is her olive orchard, a symbol of resilience in the middle of chaos. But when white phosphorus rains down, burning her beloved grove, Nouhad is forced to confront the brutal reality of loss once more.

Running time: 00:08:30

Old Age is Worse than Fascism (Poland) by Marco Wojciechowski

Old age catches up with everyone, and there is no remedy for it. Stanisław and Maria, who live in Koszalin, were once the epitome of independence. Today, they are in their old age and struggle with the challenges of daily life. Maria, especially, an 83-year-old with a difficult character, frequently loses her orientation in the city and misplaces documents. Stanisław calls upon his daughter, Ewa, for help.

Running time: 00:21:20

Seek Beyond (United Kingdom) by Louis Scantlebury

A brand slogan triggers a spiritual crisis.

Running time: 00:04:01

Risa (United States) by Kate Weare, Jack Flame Sorokin

In this portrait, we look intimately at the renowned New York City dancer and master-teacher, Risa Steinberg, in her New York City apartment as she reflects on her prolific and ongoing lifetime in the dance world.

Running time: 00:21:00

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*** Open City Documentary Film Festival, Festival of The Moving Image

A deeply personal reflection on loss, memory, and the role images play in maintaining connections with the past.

Running time: 00:04:00

Marija Wants To Become A Woman (Serbia) by Jovan Pantovic

Facing her oversensitive being, Marija creates the perfect partner in her head and openly talks about it with Jovan, her current partner. Stunned and affected by her confession and story, Jovan records it all on camera while living together as tenants in Belgrade, Serbia.

Running time: 00:29:57