Neon
Directed by: Clara Olausson
Country: Sweden
Premiere: International Premiere
A mother takes her son to a deserted house near the sea on his birthday. She self-medicates and forces him to go to a party nearby. A story of family connection, and a young mind maturing quicker than they should.
PG-13: Flashing or Strobing Lights Known to Aggravate Photosensitive Epilepsy, Rape / Sexual Assault, Suicide / Self-Harm, Substance Abuse (drugs, alcohol)
Goodnight, then
Directed by: Johan Stavsjö
Country: Sweden
Premiere: International Premiere
When Nanna and Tim go to bed, a discussion arises about who should initiate sex. A night when gender norms and expectations take control of the bedroom.
PG-13: Adult language
Game Rules
Directed by: Christian Zetterberg
Country: Sweden
Premiere: New York Premiere
A youth handball team is about to participate in their first major tournament. As they aim for the top, facing professional players, talent scouts and sponsors, the game is suddenly interrupted by adults questioning who’s really allowed to play.
Showers
Directed by: Logi Sigursveinsson
Country: Iceland
Premiere: US Premiere
A father picks up his son from prison in an attempt to reconnect with him. During the drive from the prison gate until the central bus station, the son discovers that his father has more faces than he could have ever imagined.
PG-13: Excessive or Gratuitous Violence, Substance Abuse (drugs, alcohol)
Bicycle Thief
Directed by: Pekka Ollula
Country: Finland
Premiere: North American Premiere
A heartwarming but appropriately devilish tale of a small-town bowling alley entrepreneur whose life takes an unexpected turn when his bicycle goes missing. The film pays a homage to Vittorio de Sica by borrowing its title from one of his classics, just like an honest thief does, and wins you over with its charming cast, beautiful cinematography, and heartfelt story.
"Bicycle Thief" is a tribute to both classic neorealist filmmaking and the everyday moments that make life worth living.
G: Substance Abuse (drugs, alcohol)