BEST DOCUMENTARY FILM / ON CONNECTION AND PASSION

  • The Making of Us
  • Saving Superman
  • The Garden of Delights
  • Holding On
  • Hamloull
  • Nebbia
  • Inside, the Valley Sings
Screening:
Palace of Culture Pernik, Hall 1
  • Saving Superman

    Adam Oppenheim, Samuel-Ali Mirpoorian United States, Documentary, Short, Family, English, 00:10:33

    In a small suburb outside of Chicago lives Jonathan, a 57 year old man with ASD (autism spectrum disorder), also known as ‘Superman’. Known for his heroic actions, Jonathan is a revered member of the Glen Ellyn community and has been a staple in the 4th of July Parade for nearly 30 years. When Jonathan’s living circumstances were threatened by a new building owner, the townspeople sprung into action after his best friend Julie started a fundraiser to save his home.

  • Hamloul

    Hajar Abdeaziz United Arab Emirates, Documentary, English, 00:09:20

    Hamloul is a young race camel forced to retire early due to an injury. Linda Krockenberger, his keeper, is working on raising his confidence again. During a journey across Dubai desert, we’ll discover Hamloul’s unique personality and the deep bond they have developed.

  • Inside, The Valley Sings

    Nathan Fagan Ireland, Animated Documentary, English, 00:14:59

    Trapped in the never-ending horror of prolonged solitary confinement, three prisoners seek comfort and escape in the boundless vistas of their own imaginations. 

  • Nebbia

    Tommaso Diaceri Italy, Documentary, Italian, 00:10:57

    In a kennel, from morning to night, the dogs live and ordinary day. All except Nebbia. Old and now ill, he can only watch his companion's lives go by, while at night, when the kennel lights go out, he dreams of free spaces where, in the company of a little girl, he is still able to run.