Displaced by the Second World War, a troop of Polish soldiers find an inseparable bond through an orphaned bear they name Wojtek. The half hour special tells the fantastic journey of an orphaned Syrian brown bear who was adopted by Polish soldiers during World War II, becoming a beacon of hope and an emblem of their fate. The film has been co-producted by Illuminated Films, Filmograf and Wojtek Animation. Directed by Iain Gardner, produced by Iain Harvey and Wlodzimierz Matuszewski, written by Wojciech Lepianka, music by Normand Roger. Cast include: Bill Paterson, Richard Gadd, Shauna MacDonald, Michael Golab, Tomek Borkowy, James Sutherland, Piotr Baumann, Remi Rachuba. To follow the latest on the film: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ABearNamedWojtek

A robotic vacuum suffering from burnout quits its job at a hospital and sets out to find community and a greater purpose on a quiet street where two lonely rabbits are stuck in perpetual loops. Directed & Written by Sean Pecknold Production design by Adi Goodrich Art Direction by Emily Franz Puppet design & Fabrication by: Emily Franz Produced by: Sean Pecknold Miniature props by: Emily Franz Meaghan Ross Animation by: Alfonso Estrada Akash Jones Daniel Olivas Sean Pecknold Sarah De Gaudemar Evelyn Ross Eileen Kohlhepp Shea Ramsey
 Charles D'Avignon Cinematography: Sean Pecknold Lighting: Sean Pecknold Sound Design & Mix: Studio Kamp Edit: Aaron Beckum & Sean Pecknold Wardrobe Design: Elizabeth Warn Costume Fabrication: Becky Van Cleve Matte Paintings: Sean Lewis Additional Animation: Colin Thomas Set build by: Adi Goodrich, Emily Franz, Patrick Blanchard Colorist: Kaitlyn Battistelli @ethos_studio Made possible in part by a grant from: Rooftop Films Produced at: Sing-Sing

The Accidental President | Mike Lerner, Martin Herring | UK | 2023 An incredible story of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya, an ordinary housewife from Belarus. When her husband was arrested for daring to challenge Alexander Lukashenko, the last dictator in Europe, Sviatlana courageously stepped forward. Upon winning the presidential vote in Belarus, chaos ensued, and her life underwent a profound transformation. Nejaušā prezidente | Maiks Lerners, Martins Herings | Lielbritānija | 2023 Neticams stāsts par Svjatlanu Cihanousku – parastu mājsaimnieci no Baltkrievijas. Kad viņas vīrs tika arestēts par uzdrīkstēšanos izaicināt Aleksandru Lukašenko, pēdējo Eiropas diktatoru, Svjatlana spēra drosmīgu soli. Pēc viņas uzvaras Baltkrievijas prezidenta vēlēšanās, valstī iestājās haoss, un sievietes dzīvi skāra neatgriezeniskas pārvērtības. Случайный президент | Майк Лернер, Мартин Херринг | Великобритания | 2023 «Случайный президент» — невероятная история Светланы Тихановской, обычной домохозяйки из Беларуси. Когда ее мужа арестовали за то, что он посмел бросить вызов Александру Лукашенко, последнему диктатору Европы, Светлана выдвинула свое имя. Когда она выиграла выборы президента Беларуси, весь ад вырвался наружу, и ее жизнь изменилась навсегда.

In bustling Istanbul, Salih and Ayşe's world teeters on the edge with their mute son. Salih's job loss throws them into turmoil. In a bold twist, Ayşe secretly takes the helm of their motorcycle taxi, Rosinante, under Salih's guise. As they weave through the city's vibrant chaos, seeking a new, affordable haven, their journey takes a dramatic turn when Rosinante vanishes, catapulting them into a thrilling, unknown chapter of survival and discovery. Directed by Baran GUNDUZALP

A black comedy drama short film depicts a divorcing couple that plays a tennis match for the custody of their daughter. Instagram: @dontchokeshortfilm

Yoni and Emily, two perfect strangers, spend a once-in-a-lifetime evening together, on a passionate and unforgettable night drive. A drive that could change their lives forever. WRITTEN AND DIRECTED BY Udi Persi PRODUCED BY Encore Films - Tom Ra'anan & Jonathan Chaver Udi Persi CAST Yuval Scharf Udi Persi DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY Azmerao Zamir Nega EDITOR Yuval Orr SOUND DESIGNER Ronen Nagel POST PRODUCTION Alon Barrak / RED PILL MUSIC BY Gal Lev Idan Habakkuk

Interbeing is a multi-media project which celebrates traditional music and the beauty of the landscape in Romania - a way of life and landscape that is under threat. The project focuses on raising awareness of the endangered landscapes and traditions in the Carpathian Mountains in Romania and aims to help protect them through preserving these ancient songs. The footage was filmed and edited by Razvan Leucea and the soundtrack recorded and composed by David Alexander Yeoman and it features Nico de Transilvania and Silvia Dan’s voices.

An inherited family treasure trove of photos and film footage show the director's grandfather in southern Germany in the 1940s. In one clip, the grandfather is briefly seen at a funfair wearing a swastika on his jacket. How is our perception of a loved one changed through a symbol that stands for murder by the millions? How can photos and film footage, memories and archival material, be pieced together to form a coherent picture? A struggle for memory - and a search whose persistence ultimately ruffles some feathers in the family. https://makeshiftmovies.info/en/films/family-love