Documentary
Indie documentaries explore the stories from the world we live in that we might not otherwise get the chance to experience. From captivating human dramas detailing triumphs and struggles, to unbelievable wonders of nature, these powerful documentaries are sure to fascinate.
The Beyond the Short Indie Documentary Film winners showcases incredible works of documentary films from a diverse, talented group of filmmakers crew.
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“How to tell Gunshots from Fireworks” By Philipp Groth
This intimate portrait tells the story of German runner Melat Kejeta through exclusive footage of her preparations for the 2021 Tokyo Olympics. A restless woman of Ethiopian descent who has become a world-class athlete, Melat must defy adversity at a training camp in Kenya, just a stone's throw from the country she was forced to flee nine years ago.
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