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.
Put Your Soul on Your Hand and Walk
A poignant documentary about daily life in the Gaza Strip, told through the work of photojournalist Fatma Hassona, who was killed in an Israeli airstrike shortly before the world premiere of this film in Cannes.
Shaun Het Schaap - Elke Dag Feest
Ten brand-new humorous adventures featuring Shaun the Sheep and sheepdog Bitzer. Shaun’s sheepish pranks cause plenty of chaos on the typically British farm Mossy Bottom.
The Roses
Satirical comedy in which the divorce of an apparently perfect couple spirals into an all-out war. Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch star in this razor-sharp take on love and resentment.
The Long Goodbye - English subtitled
Not a classic Chandler adaptation, but an ironic take on the genre, with Marlowe wandering lost through a sun-drenched Los Angeles.
De Super Elfkins
Animation film in which curious Helvi discovers another group of Elfkins who, unlike her own clan, enjoy having fun and seeking adventure.
As It Is In Heaven
Re-release of the arthouse hit about a world-famous conductor who, after suffering a heart attack, returns to his hometown in northern Sweden to recover, and ends up taking the local choir under his wing.
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.
The Coriolis Effect
A cinematic meditation on the lives of animals and humans on the volcanic islands of Cape Verde, the birthplace of hurricanes. Anyone who wants to live here must show strength – whether you’re a goat, a human, or a turtle.
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.
Kayara (6+)
An animated film about an Inca girl who dreams of becoming a Chasqui, a messenger of the emperor who runs to deliver messages throughout the Inca Empire. But there is one problem: only boys are allowed to perform this role.
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.
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.
Être Et Avoir
Loving and moving documentary about a small village school in Auvergne, where Georges Lopez single-handedly teaches a class of thirteen children aged four to twelve. One of the best-attended films at Lumière of all time.
Caught Stealing
Crime comedy by Darren Aronofsky (Black Swan, The Whale) about a former baseball hero who, by doing a simple favour, unexpectedly finds himself dealing with a motley crew of dangerous criminals.
The Roses
Satirical comedy in which the divorce of an apparently perfect couple spirals into an all-out war. Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch star in this razor-sharp take on love and resentment.
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.
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.
Enzo
A sensitive coming-of-age drama about a boy who, defying his family’s expectations, chooses a bricklaying apprenticeship over university. During his internship, he becomes captivated by a Ukrainian colleague.
The Roses
Satirical comedy in which the divorce of an apparently perfect couple spirals into an all-out war. Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch star in this razor-sharp take on love and resentment.
A Nice Indian Boy
Romantic comedy about a boy who introduces his white fiancée – an artist and orphan – to his traditional Indian family, to organise their dream wedding together.
Made In Ethiopia + Q&A
Documentary about the arrival of a Chinese factory complex in rural Ethiopia. It is supposed to create 30,000 new jobs, but the local population's belief in the positive impact of the project will be severely tested.
April
Intense and uncompromising drama by Dea Kulumbegashvili (Beginning) about a midwife performing illegal abortions in the Georgian countryside. Winner of the Special Jury Prize at the Venice Film Festival.
Put Your Soul on Your Hand and Walk
A poignant documentary about daily life in the Gaza Strip, told through the work of photojournalist Fatma Hassona, who was killed in an Israeli airstrike shortly before the world premiere of this film in Cannes.
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.