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Meeting the Buddha presents the life and legacy of the 16th Karmapa, Rangjung Rigpe Dorje—the head of the Karma Kagyu lineage, one of four main schools of Tibetan Buddhism. The film captures the remarkable presence of this spiritual teacher, known as a Living Buddha and the King of the Yogis. We meet Ole Nydahl, a wild young hippy from Denmark who, as a small child, had declared his wish to become the "Danish champion of mind." His life is radically transformed by a chance encounter with the Karmapa in Nepal in 1969. Ole and his wife, Hannah, become key figures in bringing Tibetan Buddhism to the West, founding hundreds of meditation centres—from Mexico City to Vladivostok—and carrying forward their teacher's vision with unshakable dedication.

Join Peppa Pig and her family as they celebrate baby Evie’s first Christmas. This festive cinema experience brings together seven classic festive-themed Peppa Pig episodes, new interstitial content, and four brand-new songs with music videos. From snowy adventures and festive plays to decorating the Christmas tree, Peppa and her family share treasured Christmas memories in this special big-screen experience.

Shortly before the 1973 Chilean coup, CIA agents Chris and Lee are dispatched from Santiago to Easter Island by their bureau chief, MJ. Amongst the Island's iconic statues, and as the longtime partners wrestle with their dark pasts and present conspiracies, Chris's newfound bond with a pair of rebellious students threatens to send everyone’s trip to this remote paradise sideways.

A house by a lake in the Mark is at the centre of a series of intertwining life stories. Over the generations, it has been home to a succession of residents whose fates are closely intertwined with the political and social upheavals of the 20th century. From the years of the Weimar Republic through the Nazi era to the war, the post-war years and life in the GDR, the house reflects the hopes, upheavals and losses of its owners.

In the Albanian port city of Durrës, Arion is released from prison to fight in illegal bare-knuckle bouts at the notorious venue «The Circle» on behalf of Ilir, who is heavily in debt. Club owner Hans is initially skeptical of Arion. However, as Arion attracts more and more attention, Hans recognizes his commercial potential as well. What begins as a way out of poverty turns into a risky game when Ilir becomes involved in an illegal betting ring.

Concert pianist Lucy moves to the countryside with her husband Philip and their son, where the filmmaker is slowly recovering from burnout. One day, the police turn up at the door to search the house: Philip is suspected of being involved with child pornography. The allegations turn Lucy’s world upside down. Who is the man she loves, really?

Blues musician Al Cook lives in an apartment filled with memories. Outside, the world carries on without him. But when his home is slated for demolition, out of the ruins of his existence, a long-forgotten dream suddenly resurfaces.

With its iridescent scales, the rainbow fish is the most beautiful fish in the whole ocean. But its vanity and pride mean it keeps the other sea creatures at a distance. It is only when the rainbow fish realises that beauty alone cannot win you friends that it begins to share its glittering scales with the other fish.

Ebenezer Scrooge is a miserly, stingy, and lonely old man. Naturally, he hates and despises Christmas and everything that brings joy. That is when he is visited by the ghost of a former business partner, as well as by the spirits of Christmas past, present, and future.

A sdelve into George Michael's 1988 Faith Tour, as shot live at the famous Palais Omnisports de Paris-Bercy. This exclusive footage, assembled from a 14-camera shoot captured on 35mm over two nights features the 24-year-old pop star at the height of his powers.

Nine-year-old Mari is really looking forward to Christmas. Her journalist dad, Svein, on the other hand, loves his job so much, he barely notices the festive season. One night, Mari’s Christmas list vanishes – and in its place lies a mysterious mitten. The mitten sends Mari, Svein and her adventurous grandma on an exciting quest to find Santa Claus. Meanwhile, Stubby the Wishlist Elf is in a panic — he’s lost his mitten, which might just lead this curious family straight to the secret location of Santa’s workshop! He must stop them before it’s too late!

Barbara Hammer, a pioneer of queer cinema, began making films at the age of 27 and came out as a lesbian in her early 30s. Through her films, previously unseen archive footage, Barbara’s narrative voice and her partner as another central figure, the film unfolds the story of her life.

Three young friends from Belgrade drive from New York to Los Angeles in a Yugo – a cult relic of a car from the 1980s. A docu-comedy and a road trip with many unexpected encounters.

George Orwell was one of the most visionary authors of the 20th century, whose novels 1984 and Animal Farm foretold a chilling, authoritarian future. Acclaimed director Raoul Peck interweaves clips, readings from Orwell's diary, cinematic references, and modern-day footage to craft not only a portrait of the writer, but a fresh take on how prophetic his work has become.

Je so’ pazzo is an intense portrait of Pino Daniele—a rebellious soul born in the alleys of Naples who revolutionized Italian music by blending blues, jazz, and Neapolitan tradition. The film chronicles his rise, from a childhood marked by abandonment to his legendary 1981 concert before a crowd of 200,000. Amidst family conflicts, personal vulnerabilities, and deep loves, Pino finds a musical language to express what words cannot. Yet success brings new challenges: an unresolved relationship with his father, the burden of expectations, and the risk of repeating past mistakes. It is not merely the story of an extraordinary musician, but that of a man grappling with himself, seeking reconciliation with his roots and the love of a city that never stopped waiting for him.

A gang of social-media-savvy bank robbers streams their daring heists live, unaware that their growing viral fame has put them in the crosshairs of a seasoned FBI agent and a brilliant software developer. Although the unlikely investigative duo is closing in on them, the gang goes all in on their most ambitious heist yet.

Amir is 28, gay and has just fled from Iran. Agnes is 101 and still too young for a retirement home - she thinks. The two move in together - and save each other's lives.