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WTO/99

The film by Ian Bell is an immersive archival documentary that explores the 1999 protests against the World Trade Organization in Seattle. It captures the clash between the WTO and over 40,000 demonstrators concerned about human rights, labor issues, and the ramifications of globalization. The documentary runs for 100 minutes.

Dance Freak

A film by Robby Rackleff and Alan Resnick follows Obie, a loser who encounters the Dance Freak, a creature resembling him. His ex, Dorty, tries to save him with the help of scientist Gorgul. The 2025 experimental horror-comedy features a mix of black and white and color. 97 minutes long.

Bunnylovr

In Katarina Zhu's 2025 film, a heartbroken cam girl grapples with a toxic relationship with a client while attempting to reconnect with her estranged, dying father. The drama, featuring a principal cast that includes Zhu and Sennott, explores themes of love, loss, and personal healing.

River Of Grass

"River of Grass," directed by Sasha Wortzel, reimagines Marjory Stoneman Douglas’s 1947 book, showcasing the Everglades as a vital ecosystem. Through dream-driven narratives and real-life stories, the film explores resistance against climate change, featuring diverse characters and interweaving historical insights, ultimately reflecting on America's environmental legacy and future resilience.

Love In Hostile Territory – A Short Film Double Feature

This compelling double feature explores the dangerous intersections of love and oppressive societal structures. First, in "My Comrade", a wounded rebel and a tribal villager find themselves entangled in a tense story of politics and forbidden love when the rebel seeks refuge. Then, "Two People Exchanging Saliva" presents an absurdist tragedy set in a world where kissing is a capital offense and slaps are currency. An unhappy woman's fascination with a salesgirl leads to a burgeoning connection, attracting suspicion in this surreal dystopia.

Death Reigns

Randall Kendrick's documentary explores the challenges faced by a grassroots metal music festival in Tennessee amid backlash from religious groups and conservative politicians. Following organizers Zach and Raven, the film reveals their struggle against censorship while fostering a diverse community of outsiders.

Tatsuya Nakatani & The Nakatani Gong Orchestra: Live At The Monticello Opera House

The documentary by S.C.A.M.S. showcases Tatsuya Nakatani's innovative performances in Monticello, Florida, on October 18, 2024. It features community participants in the "Nakatani Gong Orchestra," presenting interviews and performances. Running for 45 minutes, this 2025 film explores themes of music, art, and community engagement.

Jericho Walk

The film by Farihah Lara Zaman, Jeff David Reichert, and Jim McKay documents a December 2019 protest by the New Sanctuary Coalition in New York, where volunteers express solidarity with migrants facing deportation and family separation amid a harsh immigration system. It highlights a 3,000-year tradition of protest and silent prayer.

Jericho Walk

The film by Farihah Lara Zaman, Jeff David Reichert, and Jim McKay documents a 2019 political action by the New Sanctuary Coalition, where volunteers circle the New York Immigration Court in solidarity with migrants facing deportation. It highlights the struggles within the U.S. immigration system and advocates for social justice.

John Lilly And The Earth Coincidence Control Office

A film by Michael Almereyda and Courtney Stephens explores consciousness and communication through John C. Lilly, a neurophysiologist known for his unconventional experiments with dolphins and psychedelics. The documentary delves into Lilly's self-exploration and contributions to understanding marine mammals. Released in 2025, it runs for 89 minutes.