Filmarchiv
Documentary Competition
The Battle for Laikipia
Daphne Matziaraki, Peter Murimi|Documentaire
Politics
Social justice
Nature
The film with a thriller-esque setup shows the consequences of droughts in Laikipa (Kenia) and provides historical and political background to a country that is struggling with the legacy of British colonialism and climate change.
Signatures
The End
Joshua Oppenheimer|Musical
Family
Feel Good
Love & Eroticism
+2
A satirical musical starring Tilda Swinton, set 20 years after the apocolypse, about the last surviving family who have found shelter in a bunker and whose son only knows the outside world from stories - at least until now...
Border Lines
The Invasion
Sergei Loznitsa|Documentaire
Social justice
Politics
With this film, Sergei Loznitsa continues the chronicle of his homeland. A film that pays tribute to the resilience of Ukrainians in the face of the immense suffering caused by war, and a portrayal of a nation fighting for freedom and its survival.
Gala Premieres
The Last Showgirl
Gia Coppola|Drama
Pop Culture
Arts & Culture
After 30 years, Shelley’s show in Las Vegas is cancelled and we accompany the 50-year-old showgirl on her journey into an uncertain future. A bittersweet homage to a dancer in the twilight of her career – heartwarmingly embodied by Pamela Anderson.
Feature Film Competition
Anul Nou care n-a fost
Bogdan Muresanu|Drama
History
Politics
Social justice
+1
An authentic time portrait of Romania, which shows how little was needed to break the camel’s back and to bring down Ceausescu’s communist regime in December 1989.
Gala Premieres
The Order
Justin Kurzel|Thriller
History
Law & Order
Politics
+2
Even though the triller with a brilliant Jude Law in the leading role is set in 1983 Idaho, it touches on a subject that seems to be more topical than ever: the threat of right-wing extremist intrigues.
Documentary Competition
The Remarkable Life of Ibelin
Benjamin Ree|Documentaire
Family
Social justice
The moving story of a young man who escaped from his life with a muscle disease into the virtual universe of World of Warcraft where he experienced friendship and love.
Gala Premieres
The Room Next Door
Pedro Almodóvar|Drama
Love & Eroticism
Family
Health
A melodrama about a female friendship with profound dialogues and two incredible lead actresses: Julianne Moore and Tilda Swinton.
Gala Premieres
The Unholy Trinity
Richard Gray|Western
Law & Order
A classically staged western with Pierce Brosnan and Samuel L. Jackson, filmed on the ranch on the Rocky Mountains where the series 'Yellowstone' is set.
Documentary Competition
The Wolves Always Come at Night
Gabrielle Brady|Documentaire
Family
Social justice
Nature
+1
The moving fate of a Mongolian family who lives in the Gobi Desert and herds sheep until a storm forces them to move to the city, where they have to illegally fight for survival, told using beautiful pictures.
Gala Premieres
Thelma
Josh Margolin|Action
Feel Good
Official Oscar Entry 2024
Family
The 93-year-old Thelma loses 10,000 dollras through a phone scam and sets out on her own to get her money back. Humorous cinema for the heart – produced by ZFF founder Karl Spoerri.
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To Close Your Eyes And See Fire
Nicola von Leffern, Jakob Carl Sauer|Documentaire
Politics
Social justice
Ecomomy
A moving documentary about people in Beirut who try regain faith in a better future after the explosion at the port.
Gala Premieres
Tschugger - Der Lätscht Fall
David Constantin, Johannes Bachmann|Comedy
Law & Order
Feel Good
Pop Culture
Bax and Pirmin are back on police duty and get involved in what seems to be the biggest case of their careers. A popular comedy with dorky policemen who grow on you, and a love letter to the southwest of Switzerland.
Signatures
Two Strangers Trying Not To Kill Each Other
Jacob Perlmutter, Manon Ouimet|Documentaire
Love & Eroticism
Arts & Culture
Pop Culture
+1
Even in old age, Maggie and Joel are still as much in love as they were on the first day. But how do they deal with their differences and ailments in the late fall of their lives? An intimate relationship portrait for all those who are getting old.
Gala Premieres
Typisch Emil
Phil Meyer|Documentaire
Feel Good
Arts & Culture
Pop Culture
The moving life story of comedian Emil Steinberger - including interview scenes and recordings of his most humorous performances.
Feature Film Competition
Pod Wulkanem
Damian Kocur|Drama
Family
Politics
Nature
+1
A Ukrainian family spends their last day of vacation on Tenerife, when war breaks out in their home country and their return flight to Ukraine gets cancelled. A sensitive and authentic family drama.
Signatures
Veni Vidi Vici
Daniel Hoesl, Julia Niemann|Satire
Politics
Feel Good
Ecomomy
+2
The Austrian multi-millionaire Amon Maynard enjoys shooting people, since he seems to enjoy legal immunity. VENI VIDI VICI is a satirical critique of capitalism – at least at first glance.
Gala Premieres
We Live In Time
John Crowley|Drama
Feel Good
Family
A moving feel-good drama about staying resilient in challenging times and the healing power of love that will stay with you for a long time. In the leading roles: Florence Pugh and Andrew Garfield.
ZFF for Kids
Le Grand Noel des Animaux
Caroline Attia Larivière, Ceylan Beyoğlu, Olesya Shchukina, Haruna Kishi, Camille Alméras, Natalia Chernysheva|Kids
Feel Good
A truly beautiful Christmas in the animal world: A fairytale-like animated film about magical surprises, friendship and generosity at the most wonderful time of the year. (Recommendation: age 6 and older)
Signatures
When The Light Breaks
Runar Runarsson|Romance
Diddi and Una are at the start of their relationship and become intimate with each other. When Diddi dies shortly afterwards, Una meets Diddi's girlfriend and reveals her pansexuality to her. A touching coming-of-age drama with beautiful scenic images from Iceland.
Feature Film Competition
When We Were Sisters
Lisa Brühlmann|Drama
Family
Seven years after winning the Golden Eye Award for BLUE MY MIND Lisa Brühlmann returns with a touching coming of age drama about the joys and pitfalls of a patchwork family.
Gala Premieres
William Tell
Nick Hamm|Historical Film
A modern adaptation of the Swiss national myth with Claes Bang: WILLIAM TELL holds lessons for the present, in which freedom is once again being called into question.
Gala Premieres
Wisdom of Happiness
Barbara Miller, Philip Delaquis|Documentaire
Feel Good
Faith & Religion
Politics
The 21st century should become the century of compassion, is what the Dalai Lama advocates. By speaking directly to us, he manages to impact even the most shut off souls and as he sows hope.
ZFF for Kids
Woodwalkers
Damian John Harper|Kids
Nature
Katja Brandi’s bestselling series – now finally a film: The teenager and puma Carag is accepted into the Woodwalkers boarding school, where he meets like-minded people he has longed to find and learns to deal with his powers. (Recommendation: age 6 and older)
Border Lines
20 Days in Mariupol
Mstyslav Chernov|Documentaire
Social justice
Politics
Official Oscar Entry 2024