Amnesty International Shorts Showcase

In partnership with Amnesty International, this showcase brings together films that explore critical human rights issues from around the world. The films in this section shine a light on the struggles, triumphs, and resilience of individuals and communities facing injustice. A discussion with representatives from local advocacy organizations will follow the screening, providing insight into the real-world impact and importance of these stories.

 

Semillas de Kivu (Seeds of Kivu)
Directed by Néstor López & Carlos Valle
Democratic Republic of Congo, Spain

In Kivu (Democratic Republic of Congo), one of the most violent regions in the world, a group of women arrives at Panzi Hospital after being gang-raped by the guerrillas in the area that controls the mineral resources. Their psychological treatment before reintegration confronts them with the dilemma of accepting the babies they have given birth to as a result of the rapes, finding in the question of motherhood a way to resist.

 

Cafunè
Directed by Carlos F. de Vigo & Lorena Ares
Spain

Alma, a solitary refugee child, is thrust back into her traumatic past when her doll falls into the swimming pool, mirroring the shipwreck of the refugee boat where she was the lone survivor. Luna, her savior, steps in to help her overcome her trauma and rebuild her life.

 

Medusas (Jellyfish)
Directed by Iñaki Sánchez Arrieta
Spain

A boy and a girl stroll along the beach, oblivious to the scene around them.

 

In-Person

AFS Cinema THEATER #2

May 15

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event types:

Shorts Program

sections:

España en Foco
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Free
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Showcase Shorts

Running Time:

90

venue

venues:

AFS Cinema THEATER #2