Free Spirit Film Festival

Corona
Directed by Lolo Martín
Spain 2024 | Drama | 19:57 | Spanish

Manuel Corona, after several casting calls, travels from the Canary Islands to Madrid to pursue his great professional goal: to be one of the leading roles in an opera at the Teatro Real. But when he arrives in the capital, the coronavirus crisis erupts, and everyone is confined to their homes due to a deadly pandemic, slowly turning his dream into a nightmare.

“Corona” was filmed almost entirely as a one-man shoot during the quarantine imposed by the government throughout the 2020 coronavirus crisis, in an exercise of what can be called “lockdown cinema”.

www.23razones.com/corona

 

 

 

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Darcine's Day
Directed by Aaron Goffman
United States 2024 | Drama | 16:30 | English

We spend the day with Darcine Thomas, divorced and jobless, as she struggles to get back on her feet. She goes from pillar to post trying to find work and support, with obstacles at every turn. When propositioned by a good friend, she thanks him, but returns to her lonely solace, going unseen for the help she really needs.

Starring Kyla Diane Kennedy and Brent Huff, Darcine’s Day is a social commentary on the post-pandemic job market, the difficulties of finding affordable housing, and the disappearing middle class.

www.darcines.day

 

 

 

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Forbidden soul

Directed by Baidar Khan

Pakistan 2025 | DocuDrama | 28:49 | Urdu

 

In Pakistan, where transgender identity is condemned by religious authorities, Maina—a transgender dancer living under the guidance of her mentor—forms an unexpected emotional bond with Cleric Tahir, a conservative preacher she secretly admires. After an Islamic court ruling fuels public hostility toward transgender people, Maina confronts Tahir about his role in spreading intolerance, and their forbidden connection challenges faith, identity, and tradition, forcing her to choose between love and loyalty to her marginalized community.

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Larapinta: End to End
Directed by Vonna Keller, Mike Sampey
Australia 2024 | Documentary | 52:00 | English

It is time to push back against the tide of low expectations for people with disabilities. We recognised the risks we were taking were great. But we firmly believe that to force meaningful change, societies always need people willing to push boundaries.

The Larapinta Trail is 235 kilometres of sweat, thirst, and pain.

This iconic track stretches through desert mountains and dry rocky river gullies from Mparntwe/Alice Springs to Rhewtyepme/Mount Sonder and is considered one of Australia’s hardest multi-day desert treks.

The Larapinta Trail has never been achieved by an all-disabled team.

www.paulpritchard.com.au/larapinta
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The Medicine

Directed by Sarah Dienaar

The Netherlands 2025 | Documentary | 39:00 | Dutch/English

 

Follow the inspiring story of singer-songwriter Leonie Bos. In 'The Medicine', we delve into the life of an artist who has long struggled with self-doubt, societal pressures, and deep personal loss, only to emerge more empowered and connected. Transforming her inner world into a source of healing, she moves from entertainer to sound healer. Through intimate ceremonies and moving performances, she uncovers the purity and gentleness in her voice. As Leonie walks her path toward freedom and authentic self-expression, we also witness her inspiring others to free their own voices and truly feel their emotions. This documentary is an inspiring tale of finding light in the darkest times and the profound impact of

expressing one's true self. It’s a tribute to the unifying and healing power of music and a deep reminder of our own essence.

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​Open House

Directed by Julie Fergus

United States 2024 | Drama | 9:56 | English

 

A real estate agent, desperate to make a sale and save herself from financial ruin, must confront a force beyond her control.

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OTHERSIDE
Directed by Luca Handschuh
Switzerland 2025 | Fantasy | 9:31 | English

OTHERSIDE is a surreal short film, based on a real dream of the director. Julian follows mysterious sounds through the forest to a remote cabin – but as he steps inside, it reveals itself as a grand ballroom. There, he encounters white-clad people and a mysterious figure. And even outside the cabin, the inexplicable awaits....

www.paradeyespictures.com/
 

 

 

 

 

 

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The Road, the Mountain and the Silence
Directed by Gustavo Chiriboga
Ecuador 2025 | Documentary | 44:09 | Spanish

A visually poetic documentary, conceived as an exploration — featuring spiritual teachers Pablo d'Ors and Gustavo Plaza, this film invites us to journey inward through silence, the Andes landscape, and timeless wisdom.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Stitching Hope

Directed by Deddy Raksawardana

United States 2025 | Drama | 22:00 | Bahasa Indonesia

 

Stitching Hope follows the journey of Liana, an Indonesian woman who has built a new life in Philadelphia after leaving her homeland behind. Working in a small dry-cleaning shop, she carries with her a skill inherited from her family — the art of sewing. What begins as a means of livelihood slowly transforms into a thread that connects her to the community around her. When she is asked to contribute her sewing skills for a meaningful community event, Liana finds herself weaving more than just fabric: she is stitching together memories, identity, and belonging in a new land. Through her quiet resilience and dedication, the film reflects on how everyday skills can become a powerful tool for healing and connection. With intimate storytelling and heartfelt visuals, Stitching Hope is a testament to the strength of immigrants and the ties that bind us across cultures and generations.
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Vivid

Directed by Joe Joyce Jr

United States 2025 | Drama | 10:50 | English

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A grieving writer takes on 'the blank page' as a way to cope, only to see his musings begin to manifest before him.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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​Who do you think you are?

Directed by Alan Baiss & Joseh Garcia

Canada 2025 | Documentary | 01:05:00 | English

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"Who Do You Think You Are?" is the newest in a series of documentary films inspired by Sri Aurobindo and the Mother. This film asks the question, "What are the current global crises asking of us?" and takes us on a journey where we consider the notion that the biggest problem that we face in the world today is that we don't know who we are. Respected individuals offer insights drawing on their expertise and personal life experiences to introduce us to grand ideas about who we are and the role each of us has to play in harmony with the evolving universe. This film distinguishes itself by weaving social issues into the conversation and examining how different these and our activism will be when we know who we are. Stunning original videos and the film's beautiful original music score elevate the profound messages offered for deep consideration in this important and timely film.

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www.integralinspirations.com/

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X-Closure's: MEET THE BASTROPS
Directed by Jamye Clark
United States 2025 | Drama | 17:32 | English

Four college best friends remain connected, and two eventually create an even stronger bond.......marriage. Although Sean and Gail Bastrop once saw each other as perfect, life eventually pricked away an exposed imperfections. A relationship once built on value, trust, loyalty, honesty, and love, could now possibly be ravaged. TRIO therapy is their final grasping cord. Will therapy be the resolution or dissolution of this marriage?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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