Birdcalls
Malcom Sutherland, Canada, no dialogues, 2006
We hear the sounds of twelve different birds and see a hand trying to find signs, symbols, letters to contain what has been uttered.
The Little Bird and the Leaf
Lena von Döhren, Switzerland, no dialogues, 2012
It is winter. At the end of a branch hangs a single leaf. A little black bird comes along to water the leaf, but it falls off. The wind lifts the leaf and dances with it through the snowy wood. The little bird joins in, delighted. But the fiery red fox behind the tree is already licking his lips.
The Little Bird and the Bees
Lena von Döhren, Switzerland, no dialogues, 2020
It is springtime and The Little Bird is taking care of the first leaves on the tree. Then the blossoms open up one by one, and the bees coming buzzing along.
Woodpecker
Julia Ocker, Germany, no dialogues, 2022
The woodpecker needs to peck a lot of holes while trying to catch the cheeky red beetle.
Owl
Julia Ocker, Germany, 2022
Mother owl doesn't know whether she's coming or going.
How It Grows: Stork
Miha Kalan, Jernej Žmitek, Slovenia/Croatia, in Slovenian language, 2022
Something is moving in the nest on the high chimney. Little stork will fly into the world for the first time. On his way, he happily avoids all dangers and finds something to eat. But the best thing happens when he meets the beautiful eyes of a lady stork.
Birds' Stories Ptičje prigode
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Silent Friend Silent Friend
Ildikó Enyedi
Tuesday, 26. 05. 2026 / 17:15 / Main Hall
A mighty old tree stands in the garden of a German university. Three eras, three human lives, and three clumsy yet sincere attempts at connection: with the world, with nature, and with oneself. A film by Ildikó Enyedi (On Body and Soul).
Shout or You Are Out Kdor ne skače
Boris Petkovič
Tuesday, 26. 05. 2026 / 18:00 / Small Hall
The cries and echoes of the Slovenian national consciousness, expressed through sport, memory and collective emotion. Drawing on archival footage, personal anecdotes and social reflection, this documentary explores how a nation is shaped through supporting a team – and what, and who, is left behind.
What Marielle Knows Was Marielle weiß
Frédéric Hambalek
Tuesday, 26. 05. 2026 / 20:15 / Main Hall
What would happen if your child suddenly knew everything about you? This funny and incisive social satire with a supernatural twist will make you rethink your family relationships.



