Author: Carlotta

  • Workshop: Dealing with Climate emotions

    Workshop: Dealing with Climate emotions

    Workshop: Dealing with Climate emotions

    Duration: approx. 120 min

    Language: English

    In this workshop we explore climate anxiety: where it comes from, how it affects us, and how we can turn worry into action instead of paralysis. With psychological insights and practical exercises for navigating fears about the future. Offered by Psychologists for Future, led by David Buggle, psychologist (M.Sc.). Please register beforehands by sending an email to reservation(at)greenmotions-filmfestival.de.

    14.11.26

    10:00 PM

  • Die Zärtliche Revolution + Opening Ceremony + Invisible Barriers

    Die Zärtliche Revolution + Opening Ceremony + Invisible Barriers

    Die Zärtliche Revolution + Opening Ceremony + Invisible Barriers

    Director: Annelie Boroș / Severin Werner

    Duration: 100 min (95 min / 5 min)

    Languages: German, Polish, Spanish

    Subtitles: German

    What if care were not the exception, but the norm in society?

    “Tender Revolution” portrays people who are living exactly that and who are pushed to their limits every day in the process:
    Arnold cares for his severely disabled son and campaigns for greater recognition of family carers.
    Bożena, a 24-hour carer from Poland, speaks openly about exploitation in the care sector.
    Samuel, a wheelchair user and activist, wants to set up an inclusive housing project.
    And Amanda, a climate activist with roots in Peru, links human compassion with the protection of our planet.
    Annelie Boroș accompanies her subjects with great empathy and respect and asks herself what it really means to care. When her close friend takes her own life during filming, the social exploration turns into a deeply personal narrative.


    Invisible Barriers is a short film about exclusion and the invisible rules that determine who gets to participate in sports.

    This social impact film was created in collaboration with “Benefit”, a non-profit organization working at the intersection of sports and social issues. Benefit is committed to breaking down barriers and creating greater access to sports and exercise, particularly for people affected by poverty.

    Following the screening, we will have a discussion on the topic “Caring society – but how?”, with the Pacing team Freiburg, Lucia Eitenbichler, head of Ursulinenhof Oberried, an inclusive housing project, and Sarah Baumgart, commissioner for the interests of people with disabilities, city of Freiburg.

    11.11.26

    5:00 PM

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  • TROP CHAUD: KlimaSeniorinnen vs. Switzerland

    TROP CHAUD: KlimaSeniorinnen vs. Switzerland

    TROP CHAUD: KlimaSeniorinnen vs. Switzerland

    Director: Benjamin Weiss

    Duration: 79 min

    Language: German, Swiss German, Italian, French

    Subtitles: German

    The Climate Seniors are taking a stand against the growing threat of climate change. Rather than stepping back into retirement, these women are determined to act in response to rising temperatures, increasingly frequent heatwaves, and melting glaciers. In a bold move, they sue their own government in a case that leads them to the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) and ultimately leads to a groundbreaking ruling with international impact.

    TROP CHAUD goes behind the scenes of this extraordinary legal battle. The film follows the activists and their legal team, as well as the experts and scientists who supported them, exploring what drives them to take action. At the same time, it sheds light on the complexity of tackling climate change and the long road from individual commitment to meaningful change.

    After the screening, there will be a Q&A with Elisabeth Stern, member of the board of KlimaSeniorinnen Switzerland.

    13.11.26

    2:45 PM

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  • Meanwhile in Namibia

    Meanwhile in Namibia

    Meanwhile in Namibia

    Director: Jonas Spriestersbach

    Duration: 114 min

    Languages: German, Afrikaans, English, Otjiherero

    Subtitles: English

    The German government refuses to pay reparations for its occupation of Namibia and the genocide of the indigenous population. Instead, it implements a development aid program, exhibiting the descendants of the victims in a way that draws a bitter parallel to the history of human zoos.

    Meanwhile in Namibia takes us to the former german colony, where colonial violence and expropriation have shaped the country’s society to this day. This brutally honest depiction of parts of a very unequal society does not shy away from exposing racist language and practices that some white residents still seem to consider to be “normal”.


    Content Warning: This film contains racist language and imagery.

    12.11.26

    8:15 PM

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  • Back to Fukushima

    Back to Fukushima

    Back to Fukushima

    Director: Thomas Licata

    Duration: 79 min

    Language: Japanese

    Subtitles: English

    For several years now, the Japanese government has been building complexes called ‘renewal housing estates’ in the heart of Fukushima Prefecture. More than a decade after the accident, this type of concrete neighbourhood is appearing in the still highly contaminated region, surrounded by wild and radioactive nature. “Back to Fukushima” provides an intimate portrait of the inhabitants of these places and offers poetic reflections on areas contaminated by catastrophies linked to humanity.

    The film will be followed by a discussion with a representative of EWS-Schönau. The director Thomas Licata will also be there for a short Q&A session after the film.

    12.11.26

    5:30 PM

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  • Short Films: The Team’s Favourites

    Short Films: The Team’s Favourites

    Short Films: The Team’s Favourites

    Duration: ca. 75 min

    Languages: Various Languages

    Subtitles: English

    A diverse set of short movies carefully selected by our team members. The films are united by their creativity in tackling topics of sustainability, the environment and society. THE TEAM’S FAVOURITES represent the short list of our competition of short movies and are packed full of awe, wonder and surprises.
    This Screening will take place in the Gallery of Kommunales Kino.

    12.11.26

    6:00 PM

  • The Cord

    The Cord

    The Cord

    Director: Nolwenn Hervé

    Duration: 101 min

    Language: Spanish

    Subtitles: English

    In Venezuela the healthcare system hangs on by a thread. For pregnant women going into labour, that often means having to bring their own medical supplies in order to be admitted into hospitals. “The Cord” follows Carolina Leal, who runs an organisation to help mothers and newborns get medical supplies and access to hospitals.

    Leal’s tireless fight for pregnant women and their right for medical care sets an example for selfnessness. She demonstrates the value of caring for others in your community, when your institutions fail.

    13.11.26

    5:30 PM

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  • Short Film Hour: Saving Ecosystems

    Short Film Hour: Saving Ecosystems

    Short Film Hour: Saving Ecosystems

    Director: Bettina Perut & Ivan Osnovikoff / Ismaele Tortella / Emmanuel Rondeau

    Duration: 57 min

    Languages: English & Russian & Ukrainian / Spanish / English

    Subtitles: English

    This screening consists of three short movies about very different wild places. It takes us to the northern shores of Norway, to a delta in war-ravaged Ukraine and to the chilean atacama desert. An inspiring cast of characters shows us, how we can protect nature around the world and what different measures are taken to account for the various threats faced by ecosystems around the globe. This screening will take place in the Gallery of Kommunales Kino.

    13.11.26

    6:00 PM

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  • Call for volunteers

    Call for volunteers

    We want you! Once again this year, we need lots of helping hands during the festival from 11 to 15 November to assist us at the box office, at the entrance and behind the scenes with evaluating the film ratings. In return, you can expect a great team spirit in a group with other volunteers, snacks and free admission to the films during your shift (subject to availability and if tasks allow it). Have we sparked your interest? Then follow this link and leave us your contact details so that we can get in touch with you. We look forward to hearing from you! No German skills needed 🙂

  • Solidary pricing system

    Solidary pricing system

    As many of you probably know, we have organised the festival on a donation basis so far, to enable everyone to attend regardless of their financial means. Unfortunately, donations have steadily declined in recent years – in 2024, the average donation was only €4 per visitor. At the same time, it was particularly difficult to obtain funding this year, probably due to the overall tense economic situation. We have therefore decided to sell regular tickets for the festival for the first time this year in order to cover our rising costs. We are introducing a three-tier pricing system, where everyone can decide for themselves how much they can and want to spend on their ticket. If you prefer paying in cash, you can reserve tickets via phone at the KoKi or buy them at the box office.