Mare Nostrum

Bogo the Clown

January 2017 •English

Bogo, a self-deprecating stand-up comedian, struggles to find happiness in a life where his only value seems to be making other people laugh.

Wei Baba

September 2024 •English

A woman introduces her Chinese dad to her American Jewish boyfriend and manipulates their language barrier to keep everyone happy.

PASSO A PRENDERTI

September 2024 •Italian

The Visit

March 2024 •Bulgarian

Hospital visitation ban during the kowtow crisis forces Ivan and Peter to use ties to visit their urgently operated mother.

Orivasia

September 2024 •Greek

A woman in a committed relationship faces a custody battle when her vindictive ex-partner falsely accuses her of harassing their son, threatening to sever the precious bond she shares with her child after a meaningful mountain hike.

Himalia

October 2024 •French

With a sense of strange timelessness, this fable immerses us in the daily life of a child fascinated by the elusive rays of the sun that stir life on the atypical lands of Himalia.

Whispering in the Leaves

October 2024 •Panjabi

A girl longed to accompany her father on his journey to India to bid farewell to her ailing grandmother, but was not allowed. During a turbulent car ride home after picking up her grieving father from the airport, she struggles to shield him from the weight of her silent yearning.

Date Nights

February 2024 •English

Date Nights immerses viewers in the profound love shared between Michael and Lynn, using the ritual of their weekly Sunday candlelit dinners to gradually unveil the poignant truth of Lynn's absence and Michael's journey through grief and loneliness.

The Edge of Limbo

October 2024 •French

Samentha is a mediator for the spirits haunting her apartment. One morning, she has to confront repairman Christophe, who apparently caused grievous harm in the past but denies all accusations.

And He Scores!

November 2023 •Turkish

Bekir is a teenager who has isolated himself from his surroundings and peers. A writer who crosses his path in an unfortunate moment will be the beginning of a chain of mysterious events. Of course, we all take steps into adulthood at some point. But is it possible to fully grow up while having this passion for football inside us?

Blow

December 2020 •Polish

Arthur has a girlfriend, they train together in a boxing club, they are 18 years old and go to the same high school. One evening, Ewa confides in him about an affair she once had with an older man. This news has a strong influence on Arthur. During the next training session, he unloads his aggression on her, which starts a game of mutual provocation between them.

Mama

Invalid date •English

Sasha, a refugee from Ukraine, flees to New York City to pursue his dream of becoming an actor, setting up camp under a bridge. As he grapples with the guilt of leaving his home and family behind, he gets an unexpected visitor.

Imani

February 2020 •French

2030. In response to climate migration, the government has set up a program to receive refugees. Imani, originally from the sunken island of Sao Tome and who is stateless and traumatized, is recognized as a climate refugee in Seine-Saint-Denis. She joins the Green Fugees program, which will enable her to obtain French nationality provided she overcomes her trauma: will she manage to swim again?

Romina

October 2024 •Spanish

Romina and Sebastian are a dysfunctional couple who study medicine in Puebla city and recently they’ve gone to live together; although they have been together for a long time, jealousy and different toxic attitudes will trigger a tragic final.

Huir

September 2024 •Spanish

Como Nos Ven

September 2024 •English

An experimental short film that explores perceptions of Dominican cinema and its identity through personifications of commercial and independent film styles.‭

Human Flowers

July 2024 •Chinese

easy on the turns

February 2025 •English

Jay and Matt move everything out of "Stu's" garage. A road trip of memory ensues.

The Host

September 2024 •English

A man is invited to his friend's house party.

A Harlot's Purse

January 2022 •Hindi

A tale of two sisters. A tragic accident orphans two children, the elder sister(Payal) makes ends meet by becoming a prostitute. The younger sister(Piyu) is not aware of this and believes she work a stressful job at a call center. Will the guilt and shame finally break their bond or will their love redeem them.