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BLACK JOY
(BLAKA KOLOKU)
20 Mins| 2023 | Narrative | Netherlands | Dutch with English subtitles
Director : Rafik Opti

Poetic, Afro-futuristic doc about the quest for independence of Black people in Amsterdam. Through walks taken by the maker and people from varying subcultures in the city, a portrait is sketched about identity and the celebration of Black freedom.

Selected Accolades

• Official Selection, Netherlands Film Festival 2023 

• Official Selection, Da Bounce Urban Film Festival 2023

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FOSTER
13 Mins | 2019 | Drama | Netherlands | Dutch and Arabic with English subtitles 
Director : Jordi Wijnalda

An all-male foster family tries to enjoy one last morning together, before their unity will be broken by what was inevitable all along.

Selected Accolades

• Special Showcase, Les Arcs Film Festival 2023 

• In Competition Heart on Award, Busan International Kids & Youth Film Festival 2022

• In Competition Best Dutch Short Film, Cinekid Festival 2021

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S*X SIRENS 
25 Mins | 2019 | Narrative | Netherlands | English and Dutch with English subtitles
Director : Max Kutshenreuter

This film explores one of the hottest categories of the Dutch ballroom scene. While preparing to walk at the Circus ball in Amsterdam, four dancers reflect on their journey within ballroom culture, and their relation to a category that is more than just seduction, sensuality, and sexual empowerment. Their stories will show what it means to be authentic and why these safe spaces are absolutely necessary in the world we live in today.

Selected Accolades

• Official Selection, International Queer & Migrant Film Festival 2019

• Official Selection, Nederlands Film Festival 2019 

• Winner of the VICE x IDFA Documentary Pitch 2018

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THE PERFORMANCE 
20 Mins | 2023 | Drama | Netherlands | Dutch and Mandarin Chinese with English subtitles
Director : Claire Zhou

Chorister Lin (41) is preparing her solo performance for the Chinese New Year celebration at her church. When rumours start circulating about her son, she is faced with a difficult choice: will she hide or show her true self?

Selected Accolades

• Best Director, Best Screenplay and Best Actor nominee, Shortcutz Amsterdam 2024

• Winner Best Queer Short, New Renaissance Film Festival 2024

• Best Short Film nominee, Netherlands Film Festival 2023