1. Anatomy of Chaos

O documentary Brazilian “Anatomy of Chaos” follows, with unprecedented access to the Senate, the behind-the-scenes of the Covid-19 CPI in Brazil. Director Dandara Ferreira closely records the construction of the investigation that analyzed the conduct of the pandemic, gathering testimonies, political clashes, complaints and decisive moments that marked the period. Using this exclusive material, the film reconstructs the tense environment of Senate meetings and corridors, revealing how political decisions and power struggles were intertwined in one of the most delicate chapters in the country’s recent history.

The work proposes a reflection on responsibility, collective memory and the social impacts of the health crisis. The documentary also highlights issues such as inequality in the treatment of the population, dissemination of false information and the suffering of more vulnerable groups, such as black, indigenous and low-income people.

2. Salvation

Directed by Emin Alper and awarded at the 2026 Berlin Film Festival, the film “Salvation” takes place in a remote village in the mountains of Turkey, where the return of an exiled group reignites old territorial disputes between clans. Based on real events, the history accompanies the progressive increase in tensions in the community, which is once again divided by old resentments and power conflicts. In this scenario, the local environment transforms into a space of instability, where faith, fear and distrust coexist.

At the same time, the character Mesut, brother of the local leader, begins to have disturbing visions that he interprets as divine signs. These experiences further intensify internal and collective conflicts, casting doubt on the leadership and balance of the community.

3. Franz

“Franz” presents a biopic of the writer Franz Kafka, following him from his childhood until his death after the First World War. THE narrative reconstructs his personal and professional trajectory, showing the conflicting relationship with his authoritarian father, his work in an insurance office and the social environment that surrounded him. The film also highlights his connections with important figures in his life, such as publisher Max Brod and his relationships with Felice Bauer and Milena Jesenská.

The film delves into the author’s internal universe, marked by anguish, introspection and a constant search for meaning. The work emphasizes the contrast between his apparently ordinary routine and his intense creative life, revealing how his personal concerns fueled one of the most influential literary productions of the 20th century. In a historical context crossed by war and social transformations, the film builds a sensitive and fragmented portrait of the man behind the work.

4. We Believe in You

In “We Believe in You”, the plot follows the character Alice in a decisive hearing regarding the custody of her children. In an environment of strong emotional and institutional pressure, she needs to take a stand in the face of justice and find the strength to report what she experienced, as every word can directly influence the children’s future. THE film takes place mostly in the judicial context, in which the protagonist faces constant questioning and the difficulty of being fully heard.

The narrative delves into the psychological impact of this process, portraying family conflict and the search for protection amid serious accusations involving sexual violence. At the same time, the work highlights the feeling of helplessness in the face of a system that often casts doubt on the reports presented.