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When I woke up to the thunder of explosions on the first day of the war, my first thought was, “Aren’t we going to school?” Within minutes, I got my answer as the news of the Russian attack spread across all media. A month later, I arrived in Germany and needed support more than ever […]

University of Television and Film Munich

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Ukraine, United States of America

6 Min.

“People Power, Our Power – The Revolution Will Be Televised: While the wind of change blows through Uganda, East Africa, a revolution is unfolding on television with the rise of Bobi Wine – the pop star turned politician who seeks to end Uganda’s long and brutal dictatorship. This documentary follows the inspiring activism of Bobi […]

Gasteig HP8

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Uganda, United States of America

113 Min.

Lingua Franca tells the story of a marriage of convenience—a strategy used to obtain legal residency in the United States or Europe. Faced with rigid immigration laws, many migrants struggle to secure their livelihoods and escape postcolonial power structures. At the same time, a market for sham marriages is thriving, leaving individuals vulnerable to abuse […]

Bellevue di Monaco

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Philippines, United States of America

89 Min.

No matter what religion – we are all human beings. This film deals with violence, inequality, and power, which I find incredibly disturbing. Through this film, I want to draw attention to the issue. It’s important to me to make the audience think. I’m looking forward to discussing the film and its themes with the […]

Gasteig HP8

Free

Iran, United States of America

116 Min.

I want to present the film “The Swimmers” because it truly touched my heart. My own experiences during my escape were very similar. A friend recommended the film to me, and when I watched it, I knew right away that it was the right choice for KINO ASYL. Even though the film was shot in […]

KUNSTLABOR 2

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United Kingdom, United States of America

134 Min.

“I left Uganda and moved to Denmark to start a new life. And then I left Denmark and my job there as well to start over once again, because my family couldn’t accept that I’m queer. I mean, that’s exactly what “The Night I Left America” is about: making the hardest decisions.”

Münchner Kammerspiele

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Uganda, United States of America

14 Min.

Marjane is eight years old when the Shah is overthrown in Iran and the mullahs seize power. Progress and freedom are lost as thousands end up in prison during the Islamic Revolution, and women are forced to wear headscarves. But rebellious Marjane has no intention of submitting to the strict rules. Instead, she discovers punk, […]

France, United States of America

98 Min.

Kabul 1970. Amir and Hassan grow up like brothers despite their very different social backgrounds. However, the young friends are soon separated by the Soviet invasion. After Amir flees to the USA, he learns as an adult about Hassan’s death and feels compelled by the circumstances to return to his homeland.

Gasteig, Carl-Amery Hall

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United States of America

122 Min.

In 2017, Somalia ranked 206th on the FIFA world football ranking. Lack of funding, poor training conditions, and the constant threat of terror from the Al-Shabaab militia hinder the professionalization of the sport. The documentary follows two Somali national players, Sadaq Mohamud and Sa’ad Hussein, on their difficult journey to becoming professional footballers.

Gasteig, Carl-Amery Hall

Free

United States of America

85 Min.

Kabul 1970. Amir and Hassan grow up like brothers despite their very different social backgrounds. However, the young friends are soon separated by the Soviet invasion. After Amir flees to the USA, he learns as an adult about Hassan’s death and feels compelled by the circumstances to return to his homeland.

Gasteig, Carl-Amery Hall

Free

United States of America

122 Min.

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