26th june
2:45 pm
Casino Espinho
Unscarred | Théo Roland | BEL | 21'
This is the story of the evolving relationship between a mother and her son. The mother is bipolar and has violent outbursts. After years, the mother becomes stable, and they decide to make a film together, playing themselves in it. This move symbolizes the end of their chaotic journey.
Center of Life | Jacob Arenber | ISR | 23'
A suspiciously unused toothbrush” and “a full fridge” are among the reasons that lead to the rejection of Wisam's citizenship application, with Israeli authorities questioning the authenticity of the life that he presented to them. Will Wissam, an Arab resident of East Jerusalem, be able to prove to them that his life is real?
City of Poets | Sara Rajaei | NLD | 21'
In a small, semi-utopian city, all the streets are named after poets. When war begins, new neighbourhoods emerge to accomodate the refugees. Soon the citizens find themselves lost amid the memories of the forgotten poets.
The Moon Will Contain Us | Kim Torres | CRI | 18'
As a magical moon creeps in, different timelines entwine in the mysterious and stagnant town of Manzanillo.