Every year, the African Human Rights Competition “Plädoyer” brings together some of the most talented law students from all over the continent. For a week, these outstanding individuals assume the roles of prosecutor and defense in a fictional human rights case. The competition has become renowned for its high level of difficulty and compelling storylines. … Read more
Third Person is a documentary that explores the fierce competition for the German chancellor’s seat ahead of the elections. The film examines whether the Social Democrat Martin Schulz can challenge Angela Merkel, the Christian Democrat chancellor, for the position. The documentary specifically delves into Schulz’s campaign and how it has inspired the party rank and … Read more
The 2012 US presidential and congressional elections saw a staggering six billion dollars spent, the most in history. However, the question remains: who is footing the bill for these costly elections? The answer to this lies in Political Action Committees (PACs) and Super PACs, entities that have monopolized the political discourse in the US at … Read more
The highly acclaimed documentary Freedom dives deep into the personal journey of self exploration and liberation. It explores the idea of freedom and how it can be interpreted in a variety of ways, while also questioning what it means to truly be free. Through various interviews, viewers get to witness firsthand how people around the … Read more
In a small school in Cottbus, Germany, a group of young children are standing up for their friends facing deportation from the country. The schoolmates from Afghanistan, who seek asylum in Germany, are facing rejection and are warned of their impending deportation. In light of this, the German children have taken it upon themselves to … Read more
As political tensions rise in Turkey, ‘Third Person’ takes an intimate look at the lives of NATO officers who were ordered to return to Turkey, only to face accusations of conspiracy in the failed coup of 2016. While President Erdogan claims NATO officers were complacent, this gripping documentary delves into the human stories behind the … Read more
In the post-war period, Britain saw a monumental shift in how it dealt with mental illness – the vast Victorian asylums that had once housed 150,000 people across the country were now closed. This seismic revolution is explored in depth in a new documentary, uncovering what it tells us about society’s changing attitudes to mental … Read more
The Australian Aboriginal culture is a rich and diverse one, with numerous tribes inhabiting the continent long before the arrival of Europeans. However, is this culture endangered? Can we assume that the Aboriginal people are doomed to extinction? This documentary seeks to answer these questions while providing an in-depth look into this fascinating culture. The … Read more
Aspen, Colorado, the world-famous ski resort and playground of the ultra-wealthy, is becoming a prime example of income inequality in America. The cost of living in Aspen has been steadily rising over the past decade, leaving many low-wage workers struggling to make ends meet. This disparity of earning potential has created an atmosphere ripe for … Read more
In the midst of Mongolia’s vast Gobi desert, a nomadic family faces a unique dilemma: a white camel colt has been born, but its mother refuses to accept it. Despite the family’s best efforts, the colt stands alone and cries out for its mother. Without her essential nourishment, the colt will surely perish. Realizing that … Read more