Over two years, International Designer Sibella Court, follows the trials and tribulations of 7 groups of Australians committed to the daunting task of restoring heritage ruins into living homes. From Georgian mansions to colonial pug and pine huts, these Aussie battlers attempt to restore the buildings to their former glory.
In a high-rise apartment building, the residents on the upper floors live a life of luxury while those on the lower floors face social decay and class conflict. As the social order breaks down, chaos ensues and the residents descend into violence and debauchery.
In a dark and violent underworld, an assassin embarks on a mission with a mysterious briefcase. As he delves deeper into the twisted realm, he encounters monstrous creatures, alchemists, and a war for control. With stunning stop-motion animation and minimal dialogue, 'Mad God' takes audiences on a surreal journey filled with surrealism and mature themes.
In this silent horror film, Dr. Jekyll, a scientist, experiments with a potion that unleashes his alter ego, Mr. Hyde. As Mr. Hyde, he undergoes a rapid deterioration of his mind and body, causing mayhem and terror in 1920s England.
Twenty One Pilots: Livestream Experience is a concert film that offers an audio-visual experience with alternative music performed by the band. The film takes the viewers on a journey filled with live performances, captivating visuals, and an atmosphere that combines elements of a mental asylum and decay. It is a unique music film that showcases the band's raw talent and creativity.
A Zed & Two Noughts is a dark comedy movie that follows the story of two brothers who become obsessed with decay and death after the loss of their wives. The movie explores themes of obsession, conjoined twins, suicide, death, and decay. It also features a zoologist, storytelling, a tragic event, siamese twins, amputation, surrealism, and a brother-brother relationship. With elements of absurdism and time-lapse photography, the movie takes a dark and absurd look at the search for the meaning of life.
In the year 1939, a man named Joseph (Józef) travels to the dilapidated sanatorium where his father is confined. As Joseph explores the mysterious world of the sanatorium, he encounters various surreal and absurd situations that challenge his understanding of reality. The film explores themes of memory, time, and the meaning of life.
Explore the extraordinary story of Rome, from its humble beginnings to its eventual downfall, as told by historians and brought to life through reenactments. Witness the power struggles, triumphs, and tragedies of the Roman Empire.
Film, the Living Record of Our Memory (2021) is a documentary that highlights the significance of film preservation and the work done by film archives. It explores the value of cinephilia and the importance of maintaining a film archive as a vital resource for future generations.
Soviet Bus Stops is a documentary that explores the stories of the designers who built fascinating architectural marvels during the Soviet regime. %s The film showcases the power of individual creativity that could not be suppressed, and pays homage to the unique bus stops that can be found in various countries like Ukraine, Russia, Belarus, and more. %s Through interviews with art historians, architects, and photographers, the documentary delves into the ideology and imagination behind these bus stops, showcasing the photographer's car journey through different countries, including Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, Lithuania, and more. %s The film captures the beauty of these brutalist structures as well as the harsh winter conditions they endure, with stunning photography. %s It also examines the connection between Soviet architecture and important historical events like Chernobyl. %s With Skype calls to artists and experts, Soviet Bus Stops provides a comprehensive look at these unique architectural gems and their significance in the former Soviet Republics.
When teenage twins Rachel and Theo visit their Aunt and Uncle in New Zealand, they find that they must use their telepathic powers to save the world from an evil alien species that threatens to destroy Earth.
An abstract, surreal horror film centering on six dead women waking up in the crawl space below their killer's house.
Belarmino is a documentary film that follows the life of Belarmino Fragoso, a professional boxer. The film explores his journey in the world of boxing, capturing both his triumphs as a champion and the challenges he faces along the way. Through interviews and footage, the film also delves into the psychology of a prize-fighter, giving viewers a deeper understanding of the mental and emotional aspects of the sport. Alongside his boxing career, Belarmino's life is intertwined with the world of jazz and decadent nightclubs, creating a unique backdrop for his story. With beautiful cinematography and an intimate approach, Belarmino showcases the raw reality of a sportsman's life.
A short film by Hollis Frampton.
Second part of two of the saga of the troubled Buddenbrook family and their business in 19th century Germany.
In order to save her family from financial collapse, a young woman named Sofka marries 12-year-old son of a wealthy merchant. Grown up in different times and milieu, her husband shows no understanding for such move of hers.
Europe is a mortally sick woman who is killing time with her Chinese Man Machine. They are at their last post. Outside lies a snow covered wasteland. Elsewhere, on a glacier is an institute, where a group of nurses are faithfully playing their regressive part in the execution of a new world order. Their trance is disrupted by a stranger. All is lost. The final act is about to begin.
The mind of a prisoner, expressed through various poetic stanzas, corrodes at the same rate as the house they are trapped in.
The matriarchal clan led by gorgeous Margarita enters a turbulent period when her son loses his beloved fiancée. Using the structure of a repetitive ritual, the action spans years but takes place mostly during the annual gatherings of Margarita's extraordinary family in their mansion on New Year's Eve. Margarita believes in the magical 13th hour that can break the eternal circle of repetition, defeat death and bring her much-awaited love.
'Clemence M. Schönborn"s first feature film is a typical Austrian black comedy, dealing with an easy-going forty-something, who likes playing games with others, which has serious consequences... Phyllis, in her early 40s, still lives together with her mother, whom she loves and hates at the same time. When she gets to know Henry, supporting actor of a soap opera, she pretends to love him, but sleeps with the show's lead actor Walter, whom she finally runs over with her car, which makes Henry the show's new star - and the new lover of the lead actress Doris. However, Phyllis isn't done with him...