The Focus: Emotions competition is devoted to short dramas that evoke strong emotions. Sorrow mixes with joy, excitement with powerlessness, and sometimes, it brings out some tears. This cinema from all around the world makes us realise that although our cultures often differ, we are very similar when it comes to emotions.

A Cappella, dir. Marcin Kluczykowski (Poland) 2023, 30’, 16+
Karol and Henryk have been a couple for years, but no one outside their apartment knows about it. One day, they receive an invitation that shakes their meticulously hidden everyday life.
Film awarded at e.g. WAMA FF.

The Invulnerable, dir. Lucas Bacle (France) 2024, 25’, 15+
While caring for his sick father, Marcus, 17, has only a few days left to submit the short film needed to apply for his dream film school. Lost between the guilt of leaving his father alone and the desire to live his own life, Marcus throws himself into his shoot.
Film presented at e.g. Clermont-Ferrand ISFF. Polish premiere.

Nøkkelbarn, dir. Sindre Mangen Haram (Norway) 2023, 21’, 15+
The parents of twelve-year-old Erik want to separate. They force their son to decide on behalf of his two younger brothers who should move out of the house: his father or his mother.
Film presented at Norwegian International Film Festival. Polish premiere.