The Helsinki Effect
An essay documentary that explores the power narratives and myths of the Cold War era. The film deconstructs the anatomy of an often misunderstood diplomatic process, and reveals how it came to impact the world in a decisive way.
An essay documentary that explores the power narratives and myths of the Cold War era. The film deconstructs the anatomy of an often misunderstood diplomatic process, and reveals how it came to impact the world in a decisive way.
Years after leaving the small town behind, Joel returns to move his mother Monika to a home for the elderly struggling with dementia. However, Monika’s health takes a turn for the worse soon after her arrival.
The story of the relationship between Karamakate, an Amazonian shaman and last survivor of his people, and two scientists searching the Amazon for a sacred healing plant.
Special screening in honor of director Ciro Guerra, who serves as a jury member at TIFF 2025!