Young, creative changemakers of the world
YOUNG FILMMAKERS
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Tobias Luchsinger
With our documentary THE VALUE OF THINGS we want to show a different perspective on the inevitable change into a more sustainable society. Yes we’ve got to change and we’ve got to do it soon! Yet we shouldn’t be so scared of what we might lose when we change and focus more on what we can gain. It’s much nicer to live on a healthy and beautiful planet instead on a destroyed one.
Grogan Phillips
I really wanted to spread a positive message with my film. Most people at my high school were struggling with mental health throughout the school year. Seeing this, along with the many recent suicides of recent alumni, I knew I needed to do something with this film. It’s not much, but I tried to give it a sense of community, showing a very intimate look at our class and how we can rely on each other for help through these hard times. I wanted to show that you have to and can talk to your classmates when you’re going through struggles because most people can relate. I want more than anything to encourage a future where everyone, especially men, can talk and work through their mental health problems, and we don’t have to worry as much about things like suicide.
Maximiliano Wurzel
A story that challenges prejudices and expands our hearts.
Why point us out as different? Aren’t we all unique and irreplaceable? So, who are you?
I am Maxi, I am 23 years old, I am autistic, and I decided to share this, my true story, through the medium of audiovisuals—the art form where I feel I can best express myself.
“Nuestro Reino” makes neurodiversity visible and natural. Beyond being written and directed by me, it stars an autistic child actor (Ian Galo Lescano) and a renowned dyslexic actress (Laura Novoa), alongside a huge, loving team that works on projects focused on inclusion and diversity. This authenticity makes the story believable, as it flows naturally from the depths of the hearts of the actors and everyone involved.
This short film encourages you to recognize the value and beauty of each person’s uniqueness, and explores the powerful connections that can exist beyond our differences. You’ll discover that we all possess a powerful tool that can change lives and guide us toward a more loving and united world. And what is it? It’s love. Love isn’t just an emotion, it’s the force that unites and nourishes us.
Lin Zhang
After a rule-abiding girl discovers her attraction to the same sex and nearly loses the girl she loves because of her cowardly response to her mother’s confrontation, she decides to rebel against her mother, accept her sexual orientation, and pursue her love once again.
Olz McCoy
UHURU is an intimate and emotional journey into the lives of those affected by Parkinson’s disease in Tanzania. It is a narrative of resilience, hope, and the relentless pursuit of dignity amidst daunting challenges. Parkinson’s disease, often misunderstood and shrouded in stigma, presents unique hardships to those living with it, particularly in regions with limited healthcare resources.The healthcare infrastructure in Tanzania is strained, with a scarcity of specialised medical professionals and facilities equipped to handle neurological disorders. Access to medication is a lifeline for Parkinson’s patients to manage and reduce symptoms. Yet in Tanzania it is a luxury most cannot afford. The availability of drugs is sporadic and the high cost puts them out of reach for large portions of the population. Perhaps the most insidious challenge faced by those with Parkinson’s in Tanzania is the stigma attached to the disease. Cultural beliefs and misconceptions lead to social isolation and discrimination, exacerbating the physical and emotional toll on patients. UHURU delves into the cultural contexts that fuel this stigma, while also celebrating the courage of individuals who defy these prejudices. Their stories are a testament to the human spirit and a call to action for greater empathy and understanding of those with disabilities.It is our hope UHURU will serve as a catalyst for action. Inspiring a broader conversation about Parkinson’s disease, not only in Tanzania, but around the world, and driving progress in health care, accessibility to medication, and the eradication of stigma
Liangyu Chen
The shrinking of the global forest area has brought disasters such as global warming and the reduction of biological species, which have profoundly affected every species on the earth.
Protecting forests and the natural environment is the responsibility of everyone on earth.
In this way, we can create a sustainable future life.