Lovers’ Story: fragment(s) (Italy, Korea, Republic of) by Marta Irene Giotti

Set against the shimmering backdrop of Seoul, "Love Story: Fragments" weaves together three poignant love stories that converge on a single, unforgettable summer night. So Yon and Chung Myeong navigate the delicate first steps of connection, while Choo Yon and Kim confront the challenges of jealousy that threaten their bond. Meanwhile, Mimì and DonYul grapple with the pain of a final goodbye. Inspired by Roland Barthes' exploration of love's complexities, the film delves into the universal themes of intimacy, vulnerability, and the search for acceptance in a world that often feels isolating. As each couple's narrative unfolds, the film poignantly illustrates that, despite their differences, all lovers share a common language, resonating with the timeless truth of human connection.

Running time: 00:20:00

Trotter (Netherlands) by Annigje Peters, Manouk Moreau

Leaving man behind, to find your herd.

A lonely man wakes up one day as a horse, after which he struggles to get on with the order of the day. When he slowly has to come to the conclusion that his human life no longer works for him, he comes across a field of horses. He gets immediately accepted into his new herd.

Running time: 00:03:00

NŪR (Congo) by Ryan Youngblood

Tricked by a persuasive recruiter and pressured by his best friend, Nūr leaves his mother and younger siblings to join the Islamic State in the Democratic Republic of Congo. He believes he will be given a job and earn money to support his family, but instead finds himself in a remote jungle camp where the hyper-violent group radicalizes and indoctrinates its combatants. Here, it is truly kill or be killed. While his friend Ibra learns to thrive in this distorted world, Nūr struggles to maintain his identity and his faith. Then, a mysterious flyer dropped from a plane promises a possible path home. Nūr must decide whether saving himself is worth risking his life.

The Islamic State in the Democratic Republic of Congo is the deadliest rebel force in a nation torn apart by two decades of war. Hidden deep within the jungle, their secrecy and ruthless control have made it nearly impossible for the outside world to glimpse life inside their camps—until now. This film brings that hidden world to life. Former fighters who surrendered, and survivors who endured the group’s brutality, step into the roles of both victim and perpetrator to recreate the terrifying reality of life inside the jihadists’ strongholds.

Filmed at the foot of the Rwenzori Mountains in Central Africa—where the conflict still rages today—this is a rare, unflinching journey into the heart of the Islamic State in the DRC.

Running time: 00:17:49

Kiesler's Body (Austria) by Ganaël Dumreicher

In Kiesler’s Body, the Film Guild Cinema, built by Frederic Kiesler in 1929 in New York, comes to life. Kiesler’s concept of a boundless cinematic space is revived, expanded, and viscerally transformed. The screen itself becomes both the observer and the gateway for the muses of his Magic Architecture theory. Crawling through the space, they explore the early work of their future companion, heralding the architectural revolution that is yet to come in Kiesler’s evolving vision.

Running time: 00:03:00

Measurements (Italy) by Marta Capossela

A couple's drama unfolds in the claustrophobic rooms of their small apartment. Psychological abuse is intertwined with daily life. He measures Her every day and diligently notes every slightest change in Her body. The trauma will survive even after Her rebellion.

Running time: 00:19:59

Filicide (France) by Christophe Ideal

A disabled dancer meets a spectral creature.

Running time: 00:05:40

An excess baggage (France) by Myriam Garcia Marienstras

Sophie hides her unhappiness in the close-knit relationship she shares with her daughter, Lila. When Lila leaves for summer camp, Sophie's reality crumbles, and her anxieties resurface. She then tries to escape her loneliness by any means possible

Running time: 00:16:20