The 3rd edition DOC SCREENINGS INTERNATIONAL DOCUMENTARY FILM FESTIVAL

When developers and city planners say they are "revitalizing" the historic black neighborhood of Overtown, in Miami Florida , they ignore its rich history and the community that has been living there for decades.

A teenage girl's typical appearance hides her battle with cancer at 15. Her story exposes universal struggles with fate, self-image, faith, and mortality.

New Documentary film by writer and director Marina Hitt, tells the quintessential American dream story of a Soviet Immigrant, who arrived in the United States in the late 70’s, with a newborn son and $70 in his pocket. Since then, thanks to the support of his wife, he’s become a multimillionaire earning his wealth by creating a “ glass empire”, catering to Manhattan’s skyscrapers.

In this participatory documentary, join Yuri and Rodney on a heartfelt mission as they, dressed as Santa's helpers, traverse the diverse landscapes of every US state during the holidays. Their goal is to bring hope to families facing difficult circumstances, including those in animal shelters, homes with special needs, disabilities, and individuals battling life-threatening illnesses. From snow storms in remote landscapes to navigating the weathered side streets of major cities, these two men are committed to spreading holiday cheer by providing gifts and dedicating time to listen to the stories of those they encounter. Doors will open across America as Yuri and Rodney embark on a journey to bring hope during the holiday season.

A feature documentary that follows quadruple amputee Alex Lewis as he sets out to prove to himself, his son and the rest of the world that anything is possible by climbing Ethiopia’s highest mountain using the world’s first, off-road, solar-powered, mobility, hand cycle.

A geologist passionate about his land and the nature of his region, together with a tourism specialist, develop a Geopark project that could change the lives of the impoverished inhabitants of Seridó with a more promising and sustainable future. After more than ten years, UNESCO declares Seridó as a new World Geopark.

Anna... She doesn't know if that's her real name. Because apart from the vague memory of the sound of this name, she only associates one thing with her early childhood: horrible fear. Of doctors, of injections and the bitter-sweet taste of a piece of sugar on liberation day. Anna Strishkowa is a toddler when she stands on the ramp of Auschwitz on 4 December 1943. She neither knows the names of her parents nor where she was born. For Luigi Toscano, Anna Strishkowa is the first Auschwitz survivor he portrays for the exhibition of his project "Against Forgetting" in Kyiv. He has photographed more than 500 other survivors since then, but Anna's fate never lets him go. Luigi wants to help Anna decipher her identity. But shortly before filming begins, Putin invades Ukraine. The bombs falling on Kiev catapult Anna back to the horror of her childhood. Luigi offers to bring her from Kyiv to Mannheim. But Anna refuses. Hitler robbed her of her identity, and she doesn't want to let Putin take her home away from her. There is confirmation of Anna's prisoner tattoo, that she was registered in Auschwitz. But further research came to nothing. The adoptive father had the tattoo removed shortly before Anna started school. To protect her, Anna believes. A Soviet propaganda film showing Anna shortly after liberation raises doubts about the previously assumed prisoner number. Against all expectations, Luigi discovers the decisive clue in a yellowed medical file in the Auschwitz archive. The new clues point to relatives who are still alive. They lead from Auschwitz to Belarus, from the Potulice-Lebrechtsdorf camp to Kyiv and Drohobytsch, all the way to Unna in North Rhine-Westphalia. Anna's search links the darkest chapter of the twentieth century with our own history: How much do we need to understand the past in order to understand our present?

Exploring the history of one of the safest and most beneficial medications in human history and the efforts taken to discredit it in the name of science and politics.

Juan has challenged the currents of life at every moment. Despite his physical limitations, his thirst for adventure has driven him to explore remote places. His birthday is approaching, and his memories and recollections are surfacing in his mind. For Juan, a simple curb becomes a challenging wall to overcome; a pothole in the road transforms into an exciting journey; and a song becomes a spark of hope. "San Juan a su Hijo" is a touching story that narrates the resilience, love, and strength of an extraordinary man.

"I Was There" is a trilogy of experimental documentary films that explores the problem of radiation, our society's fading collective memory of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, and the unresolved debate between ethics and science. These series concern the immediate effects of weaponized nuclear technology, as invisible poison, on the human body. Meditating on the survivor's memories, "I Was There" (Part I) traces the experience of a physician for the past 70 years, who recounted his day as a rare witness when the atomic bomb was dropped in Hiroshima. The poignant and thought-provoking evidence of the secret war tactics reveals the human value during times of war in conflicts. Saving American lives is the commonly known and acceptable narrative of why the United States government dropped the first atomic bomb on Hiroshima. However, this narrative contradicts the finding in personal and petitions letters, and arsenal photography housed at the Truman Presidential Museum. The evidence uncovers a rather surprising reason for testing the atomic bomb on humans – competing for war power against Russia and securing the US dominant role in global politics. For information about the series "I Was There", please visit https://chijangyin.art

Sisi and Franz Joseph: the Austrian royal dream couple that inspires audiences to this day. The romantic story of the two young lovers obscures the view of a ruler who steered the fate of the Habsburg Empire for 68 years - often with an iron hand. His fatal misjudgments directly led the imperial and royal monarchy towards its downfall. Ultimately, HIS signature triggers the onset of the First World War. Who was Franz Joseph I?

Gonzalo wants to be a film director, he dreams of directing comedies. In november 2006 his life stopped in a traffic accident that caused him a spinal cord injury. A few days after he was bedridden, he borrowed a video camera and as self-therapy began to film everything that happened to him, beginning his life 0.5 meters above the ground. When the state terminates his rehabilitation, he returns to his hometown. He has two options: stay put or continue his life in an eternal traveling. In order not to be alone, he decides to practice wheelchair basketball at the famous club AMFIV, and his story takes a Copernican turn. Discover a new universe for him in this professional sport, a world that has not yet been filmed from the inside.

The Parsi community has made an incredible mark on the world of cricket, with a rich and storied legacy that dates back to the early days of the sport in India. Parsi cricketers played a pioneering role in nurturing and popularizing the game, producing some iconic figures. However, over time, the Parsi community's influence on the sport has gradually declined, reflecting broader changes. While their contributions remain important to the history of Indian cricket, the community's active participation on the field has diminished, but is there still hope left?

Sammy has just signed as a professional player in an esports structure in Belgium. Like an athlete, he earns his living by participating in video game competitions. Through him, we discover a surprising universe, where technical gestures must be as mastered as the media image. To the rhythm of an eventful season, made up of joys and disappointments, Sammy confides in us his vision of his world while raising a terrible question: what are we ready to sacrifice to live from our passion?

In a small rural school, the finding of some old certificate of schooling not given yet to their owners, was the motivation to investigate how education was fifty years ago, and compare it to current schooling. Old and new students, as well as significant experts in the educational area give their testimony about that matter during the documentary.

As every day, Bruno, Martín and Sergio travel through the mountains that surround a small village in the Aragonese Pyrenees. Sunny, shady, cold or hot, these shepherds never stop walking the trails with their cattle. A trade, a way of life and a way of dealing with it that is far from the expectations of young people today. A reflection on the rural world, depopulation and loneliness.

Creating a show with teenagers about their lived experience in 2022, off the back of two years of intermittent covid lockdowns intruigued me. How was drama therapist, Anne, hearing teenagers secrets and then how were these confronting topics going to be handled in a public performance by the kids themselves? A piece of gritty and entertaining theatre created by a tight knit group of 30 young people aged 11 to 16 with the help of professional writers culminated in a three night run in November of 2022 to sold out audiences. Based in the inner north of Melbourne on the lands of the Wurundjeri people, this film captures a moment in time when a community came together under the "Cult of Anne" and the smell of an oily rag to make room for kids to be together and reflect their experiences of being a teenager in 2022. The results were more than the sum of their parts.

Embark on an inspiring journey with Kyle Pugh, conquering an unprecedented 8-year journey in college football. Witness his unwavering dedication, a testament to a young man's extraordinary love for the game. In his final season as a senior, navigate alongside him through challenges on and off the field. Feel the anticipation as he awaits for professional opportunities and embraces the profound roles of fatherhood and coaching. This film is a captivating exploration of resilience, passion, and the transformative power inherent in the journey from the field to the extraordinary chapters beyond. Kyle's journey serves as a powerful testament to the relentless pursuit of dreams, showcasing the transformative evolution of a young athlete into a multifaceted force of inspiration, leaving a mark on hearts and minds.

Grief-stricken by the loss of one of his twin sons, a Romanian father builds a replica Ferrari car in his backyard as a tribute to little Enzo.

“FROM ZERO TO A HUNDRED” is an inspirational feature-length film that explores the life-changing journey of high school students engaged in the Winners Circle Project. Throughout the course of a year, these students embark on an extraordinary endeavor: building a real race car from scratch. As the documentary unfolds, their unwavering spirit shines amidst adversity, including the unprecedented challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. From overcoming obstacles to achieving success, the film celebrates their journey of personal growth and highlights the transformative power of education, opportunity, and resilience.