39th International Leipzig Festival for Documentaries and Animated Film

Vitalij Manskij's symbolic images lead us into a village world marked by decay and agony. Nevertheless, they are able to make the hope for a miracle the driving force for a humane way of coping with everyday life.

Jim Chambers' personal travel story reveals various facets of intolerance and discrimination against minorities. Through his vivid and direct imagery, he brings us closer to the people involved.