Koka, a pillar of Cairo’s pigeon-fighting community, devotes his life to training hundreds of birds from his wooden tower. But under growing pressure from his conservative community to abandon his passion, he faces a harsh reality: his cherished way of life may be ending.

91% of gun violence victims share stories of loss. With 33,000 annual deaths and 347 million guns, easy access to untraceable firearms fuels this public health crisis. Highlighting unregulated sales, “91%” seeks solutions beyond our stalled debate. We agree more than we know.

Nepali orphans Dipendra & Sushmita live in a Kathmandu orphanage. A hopeful moment arrives when Dipendra's family contacts him, inviting him to visit his hometown. Inspired, Sushmita dreams of her own future, deciding she will become a nurse one day. Their bond strengthens as they each envision a...

From a Yangon wood workshop to the Bay of Bengal's swell, "Springtide" depicts the birth of surfing in Myanmar. It captures the journey of crafting the first local boards to catching the very first waves, telling a story of pioneering spirit and the genesis of a new coastal culture.

This anti-Western film uses a 'fake North Korean' found-footage device to critique American cultural influence. From its unique perspective, it first parodies propaganda stylings, then targets the hypocrisies of the modern Western narrative. Described as a damning indictment of 21st-century cultu...

Idomeni is a film about life in a refugee camp, a place suspended in time. It captures the parallel lives of adults and children confined in their own world. The children, living in a protective bubble with little outside contact, care for each other. The film focuses not on dramatic journeys, bu...

A journey across Italy, from Milan's hubs to Erice's alleys, reveals the soul of its people: the intimate focus of family workshops, luxury artisans, and recovered factories. In the encounter between hands and material, a magical, ancestral moment gives birth to something new. This portrait inter...

“Man Up!” examines men’s power to foster gender equity. It follows Sikhangele Mabulu and Monwabisi Mbetane as they confront childhood socialization that normalized violence as male expression, championing a more fulfilling life for all.

A cowboy's quest for the perfect hat explores the iconic Stetson's origins, its evolution from practical gear to cultural symbol, and the styles that define the American West. This journey solidifies the hat as the ultimate expression of cowboy identity.

My Blood Is Red follows Werá, an indigenous rapper using his music to confront the state-condoned violence against his people in Brazil. Fueled by anger and sadness, his journey is guided by two icons: Criolo, the godfather of Brazilian hip-hop, and Sonia Guajajara, a renowned indigenous leader. ...

A GREENLAND STORY: A 2019 summer journey up Greenland's west coast. With no connecting roads, a humble boat moves past icebergs and whales. We enter homes, hearing from a people at a crossroads. A celebration of culture, a lament for a changing way of life, and a yearning for a positive future.

Director Mathieu Volpe follows Sokuro, using his love story with Nassira to reframe economic migration. This intimate portrait highlights the regret and nostalgia of reluctant exile. By giving a face to a complex, often impersonal issue, the documentary deepens our reflection, superimposing a pro...

In "My Promise to PJ," Daniel Baldwin vows to run with the bulls in Pamplona if his friend PJ stays sober. Tragically, after three years, PJ dies from an overdose. Haunted, Daniel gets in shape and makes the run alone to honor his beloved friend, showcasing a family's heartbreaking grief and the ...

In 1974, seven Chinese farmers accidentally uncovered the Terracotta Army of Emperor Qin Shi Huang. This is the little-known story of how their lives were forever changed by this world-altering discovery, a blessing that became their curse.

“Slow Fashion” contrasts global fashion’s exploitation, like a Paris designer appropriating Indigenous designs from Oaxaca, with sustainable, ethical collaborations. In Mexico, officials challenge this privatization of collective property. Meanwhile, in Laos, activists like Nanci Takayama empower...

In Bolivia, “Sorojchi” is altitude sickness, felt acutely in El Alto and La Paz. This is the setting for the story of four urban artists. Through their powerful work, they share their perspectives on Bolivia and its people, all while navigating a profound social and political crisis.

Cuban farmer Ezequiel is serving six years in prison for selling his own cow. His nephew, filmmaker Salvador, can’t comprehend this injustice. How will he explain it to his two-year-old son, Luca? His film “Lessons for Luca” becomes a quest, intertwining family history with Cuba’s political lands...

By 2036, one in three Japanese will be over 65. Confronting a shrinking workforce, Japan launched the Robot Revolution Initiative. "Circuits of Care" follows anthropologist David Prendergast meeting researchers creating assistive tech for older adults. From cybernetic walkers to companion robots,...

A Northwestern Argentinian teacher leads a mobile cinema on a 20-hour trek to Jujuy’s most isolated school. “The Andean Screen” is a poetic analogy between cinema and travel, portraying high-altitude educational values. It’s a choral history spun by principal Silvina Velázquez, whose tenacity int...

“Justice for Sale” follows Claudine, a courageous Congolese lawyer. Investigating a soldier’s rape conviction, she uncovers an unfair trial with little evidence. Her fight exposes a broken judicial system where legal principles are ignored, creating countless victims. The documentary critiques th...

In Rio, an elderly man lovingly prepares his curió, an endangered songbird, for a prestigious singing contest. This cherished tradition spotlights a profound bond, but also casts a complex shadow, as the very birds celebrated for their beautiful songs are vanishing from the wild.

Paralympic champion Azzedine is a hero abroad but an outcast at home in Morocco. Denied a salary, support, or even access to the city stadium, he and friend Yousef train for Rio's seated shot put. After winning gold, Azzedine returns hoping for change. Instead, he must fight for the most basic hu...

In North East England, Tom and Kay Hutchinson undertake a near-impossible mission: breeding the perfect Swaledale sheep. Through sun, hail, and snow, they toil on the fells. Their life is both idyllic and brutally tough, a battle against harsh weather, financial strain, and the baffling tendency ...

After the USSR collapsed, orphans in a secret abandoned weapons city forged a new family. Their childhood innocence made their freedom feel like a fairytale. But brutal starvation and freezing temperatures soon shattered the dream, claiming three lives. The survivors are now left, battling hopele...