Life without Sara Amat (2019)
Section: Part I.
Directed by: Laura Jou
Spain, 2019, 75 min
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InfoPep, a 13-year-old boy, is completely in love with Sara Amat, a girl from her grandparents' village. One summer night, Sara disappears, but Pep later finds her hidden in his own room. That's when the young woman explains that she has run away from home and asks to stay for a few days. Although Pep knows that the whole town is looking for her, he becomes her protector. Consequently, the boy is forced to live a double life: he must lie to everyone while satisfying Sara's demands, which puts him to the test and makes him mature before the summer's end.
Thu 09.09.2021 | 14:00Call me Blackbird (2020)
Section: International Competition of Feature Films in the Junior Category
Directed by: Pavel Mirzoev
Russia, 2020, 93 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema, sál 4
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At first glance, Kostya is a completely ordinary 14-year-old boy. He is quite a capable rapper, but doesn't believe in himself, doesn't have many friends, and isn't good at school. He is attracted to his red-haired classmate Dina, who is going out with the popular and successful Valer. Kostya lives with his mother because his father has left them for another woman, which he views as a betrayal and he's ready to hate his father. All this until he meets a new and mysterious friend on the Internet…
Thu 09.09.2021 | 15:30Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children (2016)
Section: Literature in Film - Young Academy
Directed by: Tim Burton
United States of America, 2016, 128 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema, sál 2
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When his beloved grandfather leaves Jake (16) clues to a mystery that spans different worlds and times, he finds a magical place known as Miss Peregrine's School for Peculiar Children. But the mystery and danger deepen as he gets to know the residents and learns about their special powers – and their terrifying enemies. Ultimately, Jake discovers that only his own special peculiarity can save his new friends.
Thu 09.09.2021 | 18:30The Hunger Games (2012)
Section: Literature in Film - The Club of Heroes
Directed by: Gary Ross
United States of America, 2012, 137 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema, sál 3
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In the ruins of the former North America lies Panem, whose capital is The Capitol, ruling over 12 disctricts. Each year a boy and a girl from each district are sent to the Capital to compete in The Hunger Games. Katniss Everdeen volunteers to take her younger sister's place in the game. She relies mainly on her instincts and faces opponents who have trained for combat all their lives. If Katniss is ever to return home, she must make fatal decisions in the arena.
Sat 11.09.2021 | 11:00A Colourful Dream (2020)
Section: International Competition of Feature Films in the Junior Category
Directed by: Jan Balej
Czech Republic, 2020, 74 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema, sál 6
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A humourous adventure story dealing with the timeless theme of the conflict between unlimited power and the desire for freedom, bravery, and love. A group of street performers arrives on an island, where there is an omnipotent ruler and strict police order. A botched cannon shot during their performance triggers a number of unexpected events. Outnumbered, the young man Drin, girl Tuvi, and seagull Natan must battle against a totalitarian power. The duel will ultimately change the fates of all the inhabitants of the Island – humans and seagulls.
Sat 11.09.2021 | 16:00The Perks of Being a Wallflower (2012)
Section: Literature in Film - Young Academy
Directed by: Stephen Chbosky
United States of America, 2012, 103 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema, sál 3
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Fifteen-year-old Charlie, an endearing and naive outsider, is coping with first love, the suicide of his best friend, and his own mental illness while struggling to find a group of people with whom he belongs. The introvert freshman is taken under the wings of two seniors, Sam and Patrick, who welcome him to the real world.
Sun 12.09.2021 | 13:00Ruby Red (2013)
Section: Literature in Film - Young Academy
Directed by: Felix Fuchssteiner
Germany, 2013, 122 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema, sál 2
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Gwendolyn Shepherd (16) is from a family shrouded in many secrets. These involve a special gene that allows you to travel through time. No one doubts that her cousin Charlotte has it. When Gwen suddenly finds herself in London at the end of the 19th century, she discovers that she has it. To clarify the greatest secret of her family history, she makes friends with Charlotte's friend Gideon of Villiers. She thus learns that it is not good to fall in love with someone in another time...
Sun 12.09.2021 | 19:30Follow the Light (2020)
Section: International Competition of Feature Films in the Junior Category
Directed by: Yoichi Narita
Japan, 2020, 104 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema, sál 5
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Akira is a junior high school student who moved to his father's hometown, Akita, after his parents’ divorce. He can't get used to his new school and his days are filled with depression and resentment. One day, however, Akira sees a "green light" floating in the sky. After following the light, he reaches a crop circle in the rice paddies, where he meets Maki, a classmate who has never been to school. With this secret in common, the two grow closer and their once gray lives begin to shine. Meanwhile, Akira and his friends' junior high school is on the verge of closing due to a lack of students caused by depopulation. What is the mysterious "green light" trying to tell Akira and his cohorts, while the world of adults is also in turmoil?
Mon 13.09.2021 | 15:00Elvis & Onerva (2019)
Section: Panorama
Directed by: Mikael Syrjälä
Finland, 2019, 70 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema, sál 6
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When Onerva moves to a small provincial town, she falls in love with her new classmate Elvis. It’s soon obvious to everyone that they have feelings for each other. One evening all the young people of the town go to party and Elvis and Onerva have a chance to be alone. Later, Elvis brags to his friends about the great sex they had – a lie that spreads like wildfire. When the rumours spread, it reveals the downside of peer pressure, strong group dynamics, and the need of acceptance.
Mon 13.09.2021 | 17:30It´s Kind of a Funny Story (2010)
Section: Literature in Film - Young Academy
Directed by: Anna Boden, Ryan Fleck
United States of America, 2010, 97 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema, sál 6
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An uplifting story about finding sanity in the most unlikely of places. Sometimes what’s in your head isn’t as crazy as you think. That’s certainly true for Craig, a stressed-out teenager who checks himself into a mental health clinic for some time out. What he finds instead is an unlikely mentor, a potential new romance, and an opportunity to begin anew. Charming, witty and smart, it’s a coming-of-age story that’s kind of a funny story.
Mon 13.09.2021 | 19:00Ashes in the Snow (2018)
Section: Literature in Film - Young Academy
Directed by: MARIUS A. MARKEVICIUS
Lithuania, United States of America, 2018, 100 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema, sál 4
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During World War II, a 16-year-old aspiring artist and her family are deported to Siberia amidst Stalin’s brutal dismantling of the Baltic region. One girl’s passion for art and her never-ending hope will break the silence of history.
Tue 14.09.2021 | 14:30Petya of My Petya (2020)
Section: Panorama
Directed by: Alexander Kossev
Bulgaria, 2020, 94 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema, sál 5
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Just prior to the new school year, Petya’s parents surprise her with the fact that they have gotten divorced. Feeling sad and betrayed, she seeks help and support from her father, but finds out that he has a mistress and is expecting a child from her. Overwhelmed, decides to end it all by diving into the icy sea on the same day that another Petya died: her idol Petya Dubarova. Is it too late to turn back?
Tue 14.09.2021 | 19:30Forrest Gump (1994)
Section: Literature in Film - Classics
Directed by: Robert Zemeckis
United States of America, 1994, 142 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema, sál 5
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The story of an ordinary man and his extraordinary life. Through three turbulent decades, Forrest Gump rides a tide of events that whisks him from physical disability to football stardom, from Vietnam hero to shrimp tycoon, from White House honors to the arms of his one true love. Forrest is the embodiment of an era, an innocent at large in an America that is losing its innocence.
Tue 14.09.2021 | 20:001984 (1984)
Section: Literature in Film - Classics
Directed by: Michael James Radford
United Kingdom, 1984, 110 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema, sál 6
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The classic George Orwell story set in a world where absolute conformity in action, word and thought including loyalty to Big Brother is demanded. In 1984, the world is divided into three vast states, whose inhabitants are dominated by all powerful governments. Winston, a worker, starts an illegal love affair with Julia, and becomes the target of a brain-washing campaign to force him to conform.
Wed 15.09.2021 | 15:30All Foreigners Keep Their Curtains Closed (2020)
Section: Panorama
Directed by: Ingvild Søderlind
Norway, 2020, 83 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema, sál 2
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An honest, funny, and warm slice-of-life story about identity, loss, love, and emerging sexuality. We follow 15-year old Mariana’s journey from being a typical irresponsible teenager who just goes with the flow to becoming a strong young woman who stands up – not only for herself, but also for those around her.
Wed 15.09.2021 | 19:00The Fault in Our Stars (2014)
Section: Literature in Film - Young Academy
Directed by: Josh Boone
United States of America, 2014, 126 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema, sál 4
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Hazel Grace Lancaster, a 16-year-old cancer patient, meets and falls in love with Gus Waters, a similarly afflicted teen from her cancer support group. Hazel feels that Gus really understands her. They both share the same acerbic wit and a love of books, especially Grace's touchstone, "An Imperial Affliction" by Peter Van Houten. When Gus scores an invitation to meet the reclusive author, he and Hazel embark on the adventure of their brief lives.