Oleh Tangan Naufal

Fear of Fear

After having her second child, a German housewife suffers from postpartum depression before inexplicably falling into a continually misdiagnosed mental state, befuddling her relatives.

Deacons for Defense

Inspired by a true story, this drama is set in 1965, not long after passage of the Civil Rights Act. Despite the Act, the African-American citizens of Bogalusa are still treated like third-class citizens, their fundamental rights as human beings persistently trampled by the white power structure, in general, and the local branch of the KKK. The story follows the formation of local black men, particularly ex-war veterans who after the struggles become too overbearing organizes the group, "Deacons for defense", an all-black defense group dedicated to patrolling the black section of town and protecting its residents from the more violent aspects of "white backlash."

Living In A Bubble

In a bustling metropolis, two strangers discover that their boundless imagination grants them the freedom to escape the constraints of urban life, transcending obstacles to journey wherever their minds take them

Nightmares

Komt Wel Goed

Komt Wel Goed is an intimate, raw and human film about two young adults who are stuck in life in completely different ways. Saar is confronted with sexism and gender equality in the workplace on a daily basis, while Mark struggles with mental problems after losing his best friend to suicide. When they unexpectedly get stuck in an elevator together, a special encounter occurs.

Quando Ninguém Vê

Ana is a dedicated student who appears to be fine, but she faces constant pressure from school and expectations around her. Little by little, the exhaustion and difficulty in expressing herself begin to show, even if no one notices at first. When the situation reaches its limit, a moment of listening within the school changes everything. The short film shows how young people’s mental health often goes unnoticed and how spaces for support can be the first step toward change.

Selfish Wants

A nonprofit independent film created by aspiring creatives! After his friend's sudden victory from her competition, Our main protagonist finds himself trying to suppress his jealousy and selfish thoughts as he slowly descends deeper in the dark areas of his mind.

Red Static

Timo has lived the last ten years alone on a dilapidated farm. He gets a visit from his childhood friends Jussi and Maiju, who have moved to the city without ever looking back. Gradually they realize how the years have changed their old friend... and how his presence seems to change everything around them.

Cowboys

Troy and his young transgender son Joe are on the run from his conservative mother in the Montana wilderness, with a detective in hot pursuit.

It Happened

Incapable of facing the loss of Pedro, Lucas and Mari dive in past memories. Remembering of happy moments, they discover that pain can, in the end, also mean longing.

Melancholia

Two sisters find their already strained relationship challenged as a mysterious new planet threatens to collide with Earth.

On the Board

Dojin is particularly nervous ahead of a Go competition with her close friend Se-kyung. Se-kyung is nervous, too.

Ancika

When the former leader of a motorcycle crew tries to win the heart of an unconventional student, his romantic pursuit quickly turns into a bumpy ride.

Miette

Through the encounter between a director and a scarred young woman, Miette explores how guilt shapes our personal narrative and relationships.

Gym Rat

An ex-con bodybuilder driven by a Mr. Olympia fantasy, unravels as obsession, illegal steroids and a volatile gym boss collide; until love forces him to confront the monster within.

The Shattering!

Sadie tries to recollect what she remembers from one night that led to a tragic moment. As she’s trying to recollect these memories we witness her try to survive a world that lacks compassion, the feelings of someone following her, and living with a Mental Health system that doesn’t care or feel anything toward her. “The Shattering!” is an examination into why it’s important to have compassion or empathy, especially for those who are the most vulnerable fueled by its dark nightmarish atmosphere, and compellingly disturbing visuals.

The Jokes

After accidentally burning his breakfast, a man goes to a nearby cafe and struggles to read a graphic novel.

I Watched Her Grow

Seven years after the mysterious death of her mother, an isolated botanist meets an enigmatic, teenage runaway in a creek. Forming an unexpected bond, the two embark on a harrowing journey to confront their respective pasts, all while slowly realizing that they may not have to face their uncertain futures alone.