La Venue De L’Avenir
A historical drama by Cédric Klapisch (L’Auberge Espagnole, Paris) that takes us on a journey from present-day Normandy back to Paris during the early days of Impressionism and photography. Highly recommended for Francophiles.
The North
A road movie in which two men – once best friends and housemates – embark on a 600-kilometre trek through the Scottish Highlands. “Might be the ultimate hiking film,” wrote British newspaper The Guardian.
Zwei Zu Eins
Comedy about a group of friends who, in 1990 – on the eve of official reunification – hatch a clever plan to convert millions of stolen East German marks into goods. German box office hit with Sandra Hüller and Ronald Zehrfeld.
Jeunes Mères
A moving and hopeful mosaic film from two-time Palme d’Or winners Jean-Pierre & Luc Dardenne, Jeunes Mères tells the story of four young (soon-to-be) mothers fighting for a better future – for themselves and their children.
Universal Language
Wes Anderson meets Jafar Panahi in this absurdist comedy, where everyone in the Canadian provincial city of Winnipeg suddenly speaks Farsi (Persian).
Sorry, Baby
Humour and heartbreak are beautifully balanced in this American indie film about a university professor confronting her stalled life and tentatively embarking on a new beginning. A highlight of the Sundance Film Festival.
Slocum Et Moi
In his last film, French animation veteran Jean-François Laguionie recalls memories of his father, who, in the 1950s, wanted to rebuild the boat with which Joshua Slocum became the first person to sail solo around the world.
Aïcha
A gripping social-realist drama by Mehdi Barsaoui (Un Fils) about a young woman trying to build a new life in Tunis. Her fresh start is threatened when she unexpectedly becomes the key witness in a police investigation.
10 Giorni Con I Suoi
An Italian comedy about a Roman family spending their summer holiday in the Puglian countryside, staying with the wealthy parents of their daughter’s new boyfriend. Misunderstandings and awkward situations soon follow.
McCabe & Mrs. Miller
An unorthodox Western by Robert Altman about a professional gambler who, together with the cunning Mrs Miller, runs a casino/brothel in a rough mining town. Their success is threatened by a wealthy businessman who wants to buy them out.
Brief History Of A Family
Suspenseful psychological thriller about the fate of a wealthy Chinese family that becomes entangled with the enigmatic new boyfriend of their only teenage son.
Jeunes Mères
A moving and hopeful mosaic film from two-time Palme d’Or winners Jean-Pierre & Luc Dardenne, Jeunes Mères tells the story of four young (soon-to-be) mothers fighting for a better future – for themselves and their children.
La Venue De L’Avenir
A historical drama by Cédric Klapisch (L’Auberge Espagnole, Paris) that takes us on a journey from present-day Normandy back to Paris during the early days of Impressionism and photography. Highly recommended for Francophiles.
Manas
A Brazilian drama about a girl growing up in a traditional community on Marajó Island in the Amazon region, who challenges the oppressive system that dictates the fate of women in her society.
Universal Language
Wes Anderson meets Jafar Panahi in this absurdist comedy, where everyone in the Canadian provincial city of Winnipeg suddenly speaks Farsi (Persian).
Shambhala
An atmospheric drama about a Nepalese woman who sets out across the harsh Himalayan landscape in search of her missing husband. Her journey becomes a spiritual quest, with each step bringing her closer to self-knowledge and liberation.
The North
A road movie in which two men – once best friends and housemates – embark on a 600-kilometre trek through the Scottish Highlands. “Might be the ultimate hiking film,” wrote British newspaper The Guardian.
Brief History Of A Family
Suspenseful psychological thriller about the fate of a wealthy Chinese family that becomes entangled with the enigmatic new boyfriend of their only teenage son.
Sorry, Baby
Humour and heartbreak are beautifully balanced in this American indie film about a university professor confronting her stalled life and tentatively embarking on a new beginning. A highlight of the Sundance Film Festival.