Through an immersive sound environment, Seeing Through the Darkness delves into the lives of five resilient individuals who have lost their sight in armed conflicts. This film challenges our societal blindness to violence and suffering amidst a flood of images, urging us to listen to these inspiring stories echoing with urgency and profound humanity.
Nominee
Hiko
“Hiko” follows the story of an 11-year-old boy, Hiko, who runs away during a neighborhood festival after a disagreement with his mother over refusing to wear makeup. He stumbles upon a mysterious circus tent, where an unexpected encounter challenges his understanding of himself. This magical adventure compels him to confront personal choices and explore the expression of his own identity.
Salem on the Road
While going through a major depersonalization episode, Salem embarks on a solo biking journey on the road 132 all across the Gaspé Peninsula, with the intent of ending her life where the Land ends.
VIOLENT BUTTERFLIES
A graffiti artist and the singer of a punk band, meet in a context of profound social crisis and discontent.
Bound by their idealist and revolutionary minds seek a world of justice and they are willing to fight for it.
Music and street art, unite them and serve as their weapons. Naive and innocent, they are unaware of the power of impunity and injustice until they fall victims to police brutality, awakening the unimaginable rage of those who have nothing left to lose.
HOLY HEAVÊNESS (Vazne Moghaddas)
Saying goodbye to your loved ones is difficult and painful. But sometimes they don’t want to leave. The memories cling to you and weigh so heavily that everyday life is an insurmountable burden. Every step hurts, every moment is agony and every smile hides a river of tears. But in the end, all that remains is to let go and take a step into a new era. All that remains is to replace the dead with the living. They are all worth it!
Driver’s Licence
An elderly man faces a major life transition after a series of accidents and run-ins with police results in a loss of licence.