Rowan was born into a life of privilege, with parents who had lofty ambitions for his future. However, the immense pressure became too much for him to bear, leading to psychosomatic blindness. In this unexpected respite from his overwhelming responsibilities, Rowan seized the opportunity to escape his sheltered life. One night, he wandered to the town's fountain, where he encountered a mysterious fairy.
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Sweden (Schweden)
A printer won't stop printing, civil servants who constantly celebrate birthdays and a
fisherman who doesn't catch any fish. A man finds himself in an office and is confronted with
all these things. Involuntarily, he has to admit to himself that Sweden was nothing special
and that smoking is deadly.
Tell the wind too (Be Baad Ham Begou)
Shahriar, a rustic man, starts a journey of self-discovery after his father's demise. He, along with his beloved donkey, goes to find a special place, finding solace and trouble on the way. Peculiar encounters caution him against going further into nature, but he decides to continue his journey at all costs.
Red Emma
Emma Goldman is called in the middle of the night to assist the delivery of a baby in a poor Jewish family of Brooklyn, with many mouths to feed. She tries to alleviate the suffering of the woman in labour. Back home, she is confronted by her partner Ed, exhausted by her absences. Forced to choose between her love for him and her activism, she writes the influencial speech "The Tragedy of Woman’s Emancipation" (1906).
All The Way To The Endless (Yi Tiao Dao Zou Dao Hei)
One man in his thirties, making a living in Shanghai. After breaking up with his girlfriend, the dual pressures of work and life make him unconsciously imagine a world where fantasy and reality coexist to survive the chaotic life.
Life is like driving alone in the dark, exploring the unknown future while self-discovery.
STONE
Leila lives in seclusion, consumed by depression and agoraphobia. Her only link to the outside world is Salma, a devoted Franco-Tunisian nurse and close friend. Despite Salma’s efforts and the involvement of her ex, Akram, a psychologist, Leila refuses to speak. But in a breakthrough moment with Akram, Leila finally opens up, revealing a long-buried secret that lies at the heart of her suffering.