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Left Write Hook by Shannon Owen | Australia | 2025 | 91'
Chances have it that you know a survivor of childhood sexual assault. Seven survivors of childhood sexual abuse join an experimental recovery program blending boxing and creative writing. Led by coach, academic, and survivor Donna Lyon, the program tackles the emotional and physical impacts of trauma. Originally planned for eight weeks, it evolves into an eighteen-month journey of resilience, connection, and transformation. Left Write Hook offers a powerful and intimate portrait of healing, redefining what it means to be a survivor of childhood sexual abuse. TRAILER / SCREENER (Password: Jamb1ka) THE KEEPERS by Eoin Mcgowan | Ireland | 2024 | 61'
The Keepers is an intimate and visually stunning documentary that follows the De Ruiter family as they work together on their beekeeping hobby and small business in Ireland’s ruggedly beautiful Beara Peninsula. Filmed over a 6-month honey bee season, the film offers a unique glimpse into the art of beekeeping, blending the family’s journey with insights into bee folklore, environmental challenges, and the vital role of bees in nature. TRAILER / SCREENER (Password: Jamb1ka) |
My Chemical Information System by Márton Vízkelety | Hungary | 2025 | 85'
What is life? - For scientist and biotech entrepreneur Gyula Dékány, this question led him to groundbreaking discoveries; from synthesizing human milk used in nutritional products worldwide to the successful creation of a compound with potential to treat Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s. For over 20 years, he has worked between Europe and Australia, separated from his family, pursuing scientific progress. It explores critical questions at the intersection of science and business, shedding light on how financial interests influence scientific research, and the impact on Gyula’s journey. TRAILER / SCREENER (Password: Jamb1ka) TERRITORY by Álex Galán | Spain | 2024 | 60'
After Money Heist, Darko Peric trades fame for the remote mountains of Kyrgyzstan, where nomadic shepherds share their territory with a ghost: the snow leopard. The freezing winter temperatures isolate the valley from the rest of the world. Amid stunning landscapes and rich culture, he finds a new perspective on success and life, proving there’s more to him than the spotlight and exploring the man behind the beard when the industry's phone stops ringing. TRAILER / SCREENER (Password: Jamb1ka) |
Unwelcomed by Sebastián González & Amilcar Infante | Chile | 2025 | 70'
In recent years, Chile has seen violent anti-immigrant protests fuelled by a wave of Venezuelan migrants fleeing one of the world’s largest crises. Nearly 8 million have left their country, many enduring harsh treks to reach Chile only to face fear and rejection. As locals react with hostility and police stand by, tensions rise. Unwelcomed captures this unfolding crisis through cinematic storytelling, revealing how political neglect, fear, and division collide with the hopes and resilience of those seeking a new beginning. TRAILER / SCREENER (Password: Jamb1ka) NOAH by Louise B Andersen | Spain | 2025 | 72'
Noah, a 26-year-old activist, has turned her battle against seven rare and incurable diseases into a powerful story of resilience, science advancements, and hope. Her journey underscores the vital role of a strong healthcare system in supporting those with complex conditions. Since infancy, her life has been shaped by hospitalizations, chronic pain, and high-risk surgeries. Yet, through groundbreaking medical innovations and an unbreakable spirit, she proves that giving up is not an option. Her story is a testament to perseverance and unconditional love, reminding us that nothing is impossible. TRAILER / SCREENER (Password: Jamb1ka) |