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30 Jan – 9 Feb 2025

IFFR Filmclub x Dokhuis

Feel the comfort and warmth of home at Dokhuis as we explore what it means to belong. Enjoy a captivating series of short films that delve into the sense of feeling at home, whether in the world, a situation, or within yourself.

How can you truly feel at home in a new place – when you’re unable to be yourself or when the weight of your family’s history rests heavily on your shoulders?

Come to Dokhuis on Saturday 11 January to watch some IFFR-selected short films that explore this topic.

During the event, we will, amongst others, engage with filmmakers Ako Sirini (Gekleurd ijsje) and Khalid Kaso (The Phoenix’s Remaining Ashes).

Please note: most films are Dutch-spoken and English-subtitled, the talk will be in Dutch.

  • Film Programme

    A man dies in a car accident and awakens in a mysterious realm, where a divine entity reveals the interconnected nature of life and the endless cycle of reincarnation, offering profound insights into existence.

    A cinematic collage that shows humankind in all its beauty, ugliness and strangeness. Filmmaker Han Hoezen rearranges and manipulates existing footage, turning it into a mirror. People are not just good or bad, beautiful or ugly – but simply weird.

      • Ik ben nieuw – Karim, 2024, Faten Bushehri, Netherlands

    Cheerful football fanatic Karim misses his best friend Laith, who still lives in Syria, the country Karim has fled. Luckily he has his mother, his oud (musical instrument) and Truus from the library – but Karim will also have to make new friends. Will he be able to find friends to play football and go to the fair with him?

      • Gekleurd Ijsje, 2006, Ako Sirini, Netherlands

    In the chaos of the Beverwijk Bazaar, Joram and Yvette Struiksma lose their little daughter Anka. From their perspective of the world, they begin imagining all sorts of strange events. Anka’s world, however, is much simpler. Fortunately, the black-and-white view of her parents can still be coloured in.

About Film in Dokhuis

Dokhuis offers a unique space where people can come together to watch and create films. They believe cinema possesses the transformative power to help us explore not only the world around us but also the depths of our own selves. It serves as a dynamic medium for fostering meaningful dialogue and connection.

Starting in 2025, Dokhuis will host a monthly film evening on the first Friday of every month, as part of the IFFR Filmclub.

About IFFR Filmclub 

Filmclub is a new initiative of IFFR, currently in the pilot phase, where (future) film lovers, young filmmakers and creatives come together to watch films and exchange interests. The idea is that the Filmclub will take place biweekly at various locations throughout Rotterdam, where a mix of (inter)national films, both new and true classics, will be shown in a relaxed setting in combination with discussions, workshops or parties. Whether you are discovering cinema for the first time or are already well on your way as a filmmaker, the Filmclub is a place to get inspired, network or just come and watch a film. The club works together with local communities throughout Rotterdam.

  • Schedule

    14.00 Walk-in

    14.30- 15.45 Film programme

    15.45 -16.30 Talk with filmmakers

    16.30 -17.30 Drinks

Tickets are free but reservation is required.

Information about this event

Date:
January 11, 2025
Time:
14:00 – 17:00
Location:
Dokhuis, Doklaan 10, Rotterdam, 3087 CB

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