Screening followed by discussion with film-makers Stephanie Barbey (Nov 18) and Luc Peter (Nov 19).
Carlos was 9 years old when his parents took him to the United States “for vacation.” Since then, they have never returned to Mexico, their homeland. Now 38, Carlos is about to become a father, yet he still has no legal status under U.S. law, which considers him an undocumented immigrant. He is one of 2.5 million people this nation does not recognize as its own. A deeply moving documentary about the everyday life of a family that could have been ordinary…
The Festival Les Créatives, a multidisciplinary event in Geneva, highlights the artistic and intellectual works of women and gender minorities. The 21st edition features concerts, theater, exhibitions, and discussions on topics such as chosen families and friendships. Notable participants include Hélène Giannecchini, Sophie Lewis, and Chloé Delaume. The festival reaffirms its commitment to combatting gender-based violence, working with the Canton and City of Geneva on local awareness campaigns.
The FILMAR festival presents a series of ten animated short films for children titled “An Idea for the Planet.” These four films, creatively and emotionally tackle themes of environment, solidarity, and species coexistence. The lineup features films like “Los carpinchos,” “El armadillo fronterizo,” “Cosmonauta 360: misión rescate,” and “La maquina.” Screenings are often paired with creative workshops and snacks, ensuring a family-friendly and educational experience. The event is supported by the City of Geneva’s Agenda 21 Service as part of Climate Week.
Kids ages 4 and up.
Switzerland’s leading Latin American film festival, FILMAR en América Latina returns to Geneva this November. Founded in 1999, it presents premieres, independent films, and classics that reflect the continent’s social and political realities, while highlighting indigenous, Afro-descendant, and LGBTIAQ+ voices. Screenings, roundtables, music, gastronomy, and a special kids’ program make FILMAR a vibrant cultural celebration.
The Mysteries of the Balkans Festival celebrates the vibrant cultural diversity of the Balkans, showcasing artists from Bulgaria, Macedonia, Crimea, Romania, Turkey, Greece, and Ukraine. The festival offers an exciting lineup of concerts, family shows, a dance event, meetings, talks, and screenings. It highlights the lively traditions of the Balkans through songs, dances, and colorful costumes, focusing on both the memory of these peoples and their ability to celebrate their heritage.
In a challenging context that has slowed Palestinian film production, the 14th edition of PFC’E turns inward to explore the richness of Palestinian cinema — from revolutionary works of the 1960s–1980s to the new wave that emerged from 1982 onward. This year’s selection features films that bridge generations, with young filmmakers engaging their elders to keep collective memory alive.
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