Dokumentale Dokumentale'25

Dokumentale'25

We’re in the final days of Dokumentale 2025 — and what a ride it’s been! From packed screenings to powerful conversations, we’ve loved sharing this journey with our audience and are excited for the final round of films and talks. Missed a screening? No problem: Our VoD programme is available until June 30 — and with the Stream Now Pass, you can watch 6 films for the price of 4!

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9-Month Contract

12 Jun / 8:00 PM / Atelier Gardens

16 Jun / 6:30 PM / Sputnik Kino

Nine months of pregnancy for $14,000. Trapped in an endless cycle of pregnancies, Zhana rents out her body, driven by her fear of poverty and her desire to secure her daughter’s future. This film tells a story of maternal love in a system that profits from desperation.

A Sisters’ Tale

18 Jun / 9:00 PM / Freiluftkino Neue Zukunft

20 Jun / 8:30 PM / b-ware! Ladenkino

Nasreen reclaims her voice as a woman and a singer—defying Iran’s ban on female performers. Over seven years, her sister Leila films her journey from silenced housewife to empowered artist inspiring women across Iran and beyond.

Abortion Dream Team

14 Jun / 2:45 PM / Atelier Gardens

17 Jun / 6:30 PM / Sputnik Kino

19 Jun / 6:00 PM / Kant Kino

Four women, a dangerous fight. In Poland, where abortion is illegal, the Abortion Dream Team is helping hundreds of women every day—loudly, fearlessly, and visibly. One member faces prison, another struggles with the emotional toll. How long can they keep going?

The Accidental President

15 Jun / 6:15 PM / Atelier Gardens

19 Jun / 8:30 PM / Nomadenkino

When her husband is arrested, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya steps into the fight against Belarus' authoritarian regime, demanding freedom for her country. Officially, her opponent wins the election— but was it fair? Tsikhanouskaya becomes a powerful symbol of democratic change.

After Work

18 Jun / 8:30 PM / Zeiss-Großplanetarium

What if work disappeared? This sharp, global documentary explores our relationship with labor—from burnout to automation—and asks what a future without jobs means for identity, purpose, and society.

The Age of Water

19 Jun / 6:00 PM / b-ware! Ladenkino

21 Jun / 9:00 PM / Sputnik Kino

22 Jun / 8:30 PM / Zeiss-Großplanetarium

After a series of mysterious illnesses and deaths, a community in Mexico discovers that their water is radioactive. At the center of the story are six mothers on a quest for justice who suspect that there is a connection between the contamination and the death of three girls.

Animal Pride

14 Jun / 12:00 PM / Atelier Gardens

19 Jun / 6:00 PM / Zeiss-Großplanetarium

Orcas, penguins, and even slugs—nature's diversity is far queerer than you might think. Connel Bradwell takes us on a journey through the animal kingdom, sharing nature’s coming-out stories with humour, love, and a fresh perspective on queerness in the wild.

Any Other Way: The Jackie Shane Story

18 Jun / 6:00 PM / The Yaam

20 Jun / 6:00 PM / b-ware! Ladenkino

Jackie Shane was one of music's pioneering Black trans performers. Why did she disappear on the verge of stardom? This remarkable portrait finally reveals the full depth of Jackie's extraordinary life and career.

Black Limbo

17 Jun / 7:30 PM / City Kino Wedding

21 Jun / 6:00 PM / Kant Kino

22 Jun / 8:30 PM / b-ware! Ladenkino

Spain’s dark colonial past resurfaces as the family of Acacio Mañe, Equatorial Guinea’s independence leader, demands justice. Silenced crimes, hidden archives, and a decades-long fight for truth reveal a history Spain has repeatedly tried to forget.

Blaues Licht

22 Jun / 9:30 PM / Freiluftkino Insel

A docu-fictional journey into the underground, where reality, theater, and subculture blur—between subway tunnels, vanished footage, and a mysterious artistic intervention.

Block Party

13 Jun / 9:30 PM / Freiluftkino Insel

Peter Fox moves entire neighborhoods with his powerful beats, taking concerts to places they’re rarely seen—right into the heart of Berlin’s so-called ‘problem areas’. By his side are three young talents who share their stories full of hope and pain.

Blue Road - The Edna O’Brien Story

17 Jun / 7:00 PM / Tresor Globus

18 Jun / 8:30 PM / Kant Kino

At age 93, legendary Irish writer Edna O’Brien looks back at infamous London parties, her own provocative brand of feminism, and the liberated lifestyle that put a target on her back. An intimate portrait of a woman who forever changed Irish literature and society.

Changing Sides (Im Osten was Neues)

18 Jun / 6:00 PM / Kant Kino

19 Jun / 8:00 PM / Skatehalle

Thomas ‘Eichi’ Eichstädt coaches a soccer team of young refugees while facing his own dark past as a former right-wing extremist. A powerful story of second chances, the courage to change, and the hope that can bridge even the deepest divides.

Color

22 Jun / 7:30 PM / City Kino Wedding

How does color shape cultures? How does it evoke emotions and influence artistic expression? This film follows renowned artist Alteronce Gumby on his journey exploring the connections between creativity, identity, and joy of life, as he seeks to understand the true meaning of color.

The Coriolis Effect

16 Jun / 9:30 PM / Freiluftkino Insel

20 Jun / 8:30 PM / Zeiss-Großplanetarium

A vision of an ecological democracy, where all living beings coexist in harmony. With breathtaking music and stunning nature footage, director Petr Lom makes the Earth itself the protagonist, telling the story of a new dawn.

Creativo Paradiso: A Creative Renaissance

17 Jun / 8:30 PM / Kant Kino

18 Jun / 9:30 PM / Freiluftkino Insel

What sparks true creativity? Lilith Stangenberg and Blixa Bargeld take a deep dive with icons like Björk, Ridley Scott, and Marina Abramović—uncovering secrets, igniting inspiration, and breaking creative boundaries!

Curtains

15 Jun / 9:45 PM / Atelier Gardens

20 Jun / 9:00 PM / Sputnik Kino

Sandra Hüller lends her voice to a woman who has escaped an abusive relationship in a system that prefers to look the other way. This film uncovers the power structures behind the facade, exposing the state's failure to truly protect women.

Death is an Asshole

12 Jun / 9:30 PM / Freiluftkino Insel

22 Jun / 6:00 PM / b-ware! Ladenkino

From DJ to undertaker: Eric and his team are breaking the taboos of death and mourning. They support the bereaved with empathy and openness—but will they be able to cope when loss strikes close to their own hearts?

The Dialogue Police

16 Jun / 6:00 PM / b-ware! Ladenkino

20 Jun / 6:30 PM / Sputnik Kino

22 Jun / 6:00 PM / Kant Kino

Amid the chaos of escalating protests, a small Swedish police unit steps into the fray with an unusual mission: they want to talk. Armed with words and patience, they work tirelessly to protect democracy.

Earthrise

13 Jun / 6:15 PM / Atelier Gardens

In 1968, Apollo 8 astronauts captured the first photo of Earth from space. Seeing our fragile world rise in darkness inspired awe and unity—and forever changed how we view our shared home.

Facing War

19 Jun / 8:30 PM / b-ware! Ladenkino

22 Jun / 6:30 PM / Sputnik Kino

In his final year as NATO Secretary General, Jens Stoltenberg faces war, crises, and rising tensions. This film gains rare access to Stoltenberg, offering a gripping portrait of a leader holding Europe together in times of global upheaval.

Flamingos: Life after the Meteorite

13 Jun / 4:15 PM / Atelier Gardens

20 Jun / 7:30 PM / City Kino Wedding

A flamingo’s most delicate journey—managing to find the right mate, the right place, and the right time to start a family. Covering a period of nine years, this stunning film blends humour, breathtaking visuals, and powerful storytelling to reveal the fragile beauty of the flamingo’s existence.

Funk YU

14 Jun / 9:30 PM / Freiluftkino Insel

17 Jun / 7:00 PM / Freiluftkino Rosengarten

21 Jun / 7:00 PM / Dragonerareal

A heartfelt vinyl odyssey through the former Yugoslavia—a journey full of music, memories, and people who have never forgotten the funk. Between record crates and DJ sets, a road movie unfolds bridging past and present.

Further and Further

19 Jun / 6:30 PM / Sputnik Kino

21 Jun / 6:00 PM / b-ware! Ladenkino

At 94, physics professor Vladimir Fridkin lives in Moscow, where he is torn between authoritarian Russia and his Western values. The film follows his final attempt to reunite with his family—an emotional story of separation, hope, and resilience.

Home Game

12 Jun / 8:30 PM / Atelier Gardens

18 Jun / 7:30 PM / City Kino Wedding

Forced to flee Yugoslavia as a child, director Lidija Zelović delivers a powerful wake-up call. In her new home, the Netherlands, she recognizes eerie echoes of the social and political forces that once tore her homeland apart.

How to Build a Library

15 Jun / 1:15 PM / Atelier Gardens

21 Jun / 8:30 PM / Kant Kino

Two Kenyan women are determined to transform a library, built in 1931 and once reserved exclusively for white people, into a vibrant cultural hub. With courage and resolve, they overcome financial hurdles while confronting the shadows of colonial history.

How to Build a Truth Engine

16 Jun / 8:30 PM / b-ware! Ladenkino

17 Jun / 6:00 PM / Kant Kino

How do we know what’s true? An interdisciplinary team reveals how fake news, conspiracies, and propaganda distort our reality. A gripping film about the power of truth – and those who fight for it in a world full of deception.

In Waves and War

17 Jun / 9:00 PM / Sputnik Kino

18 Jun / 8:30 PM / b-ware! Ladenkino

Plagued by PTSD, survivor’s guilt, traumatic brain injuries, chronic pain, and depression, three former Navy SEALs turn to an experimental hallucinogenic drug treatment on their desperate quest for healing.

It Happened on our Ground

16 Jun / 8:30 PM / Kant Kino

17 Jun / 8:30 PM / b-ware! Ladenkino

Three generations of women grapple with their family's legacy of the Holocaust, its affiliation with the Nazi regime, and their resistance. "It Happened on Our Ground" is a sensitive exploration of guilt, memory, and the strength needed to heal.

Jack and Sam

14 Jun / 5:45 PM / Atelier Gardens

Two Holocaust survivors reunite after 80 years. In their 90s, they share their story to fight hate. A moving tale of friendship, memory, and hope—told with heart, history, and animation.

Kayayo, The Living Shopping Baskets

15 Jun / 3:30 PM / Atelier Gardens

Bamunu, 8, has lived in Ghana’s slums for two years, working hard as a ‘Kayayo’. Her only wish: to return home. A moving journey of exploitation, courage, and a child’s longing for hope.

Little Syria

13 Jun / 8:00 PM / Atelier Gardens

16 Jun / 7:30 PM / City Kino Wedding

19 Jun / 8:30 PM / Kant Kino

In Berlin, Reem, Mohammed, and Yasser—three Syrian refugees—struggle with the trauma of displacement. Together, they ask what remains of the Syrian revolution and how they can move forwards when the past is still shaping their every step.

Mädchenseele

15 Jun / 5:45 PM / Atelier Gardens

Nori is a girl—though born in a boy’s body. Her journey and her mother’s awakening form a touching story of identity, love, and breaking free from societal expectations.

The Mahoyo Project

15 Jun / 6:15 PM / Atelier Gardens

When art meets resistance in Johannesburg, borders blur. A Swedish trio teams up with local artists to spark a creative rebellion—full of music, feminism, and fearless identity.

Ms. President

13 Jun / 4:45 PM / Atelier Gardens

16 Jun / 9:00 PM / Sputnik Kino

For five years, Zuzana Čaputová led a divided country—and allowed cameras a glimpse behind the scenes. Through crises, public dialogues, and quiet moments, this intimate portrait of the former Slovak president reveals what true leadership means—and what it costs.

Night Is Not Eternal

14 Jun / 4:30 PM / Atelier Gardens

18 Jun / 6:30 PM / Sputnik Kino

19 Jun / 7:30 PM / City Kino Wedding

For seven years, filmmaker Nanfu Wang follows Cuban activist Rosa María Payá in her relentless fight for democracy, human rights, and free elections. A powerful portrait of an unyielding fight from exile, transcending all borders.

Oceania: Journey to the Center

19 Jun / 9:30 PM / Freiluftkino Insel

21 Jun / 8:30 PM / b-ware! Ladenkino

A quiet, haunting observation of daily life on a Pacific atoll threatened by rising seas. At the heart of the story: a mother and her son — their life, their memories, their quiet resistance.

Ouvidor

15 Jun / 9:30 PM / Freiluftkino Insel

20 Jun / 6:00 PM / Kater Blau

In São Paulo, over 120 creatives in the occupied Ouvidor House squat are fighting against commercialization and eviction. As art collides with resistance, an unbridled struggle ensues between survival, profit, and independence.

Sabbath Queen

13 Jun / 8:00 PM / Atelier Gardens

14 Jun / 8:00 PM / Atelier Gardens

16 Jun / 9:45 PM / Freiluftkino Kreuzberg

A thirty-eighth generation rabbi, drag queen rebel, and queer father: Rabbi Amichai breaks with tradition. The film captures Amichai’s search for a new, inclusive Judaism. A provocative, loving portrait of someone who shatters boundaries and brings people together.

Sally

15 Jun / 5:45 PM / Atelier Gardens

17 Jun / 6:00 PM / Zeiss-Großplanetarium

Sally Ride made history as the first American woman in space. But behind her success was a secret love and a silent struggle. Now, her partner Tam O’Shaughnessy shares their untold story of courage in the face of hopelessness.

She Rises Up

18 Jun / 6:00 PM / Zeiss-Großplanetarium

19 Jun / 6:00 PM / Kunsthaus Dahlem

Three determined women take matters into their own hands when they set up their own businesses in Peru, Sri Lanka, and Senegal, shaping their futures with bravery. This documentary powerfully captures how local entrepreneurship creates livelihoods and brings about lasting change.

Silent Men

14 Jun / 1:30 PM / Atelier Gardens

19 Jun / 9:00 PM / Sputnik Kino

Director Duncan Cowles sets out to break the silence—his own included. On a quest to find men willing to speak openly about their feelings and mental health, he embarks on an emotional journey that challenges societal norms and opens up conversations.

The Sharp Edge of Peace

17 Jun / 9:30 PM / Freiluftkino Insel

After the withdrawal of international troops and the Taliban’s return to power in 2021, four courageous women risk everything. In the midst of a changing Afghanistan, they engage in negotiations with the Taliban, fighting for a peace that won’t cost them their freedom.

Third Act

17 Jun / 6:00 PM / b-ware! Ladenkino

18 Jun / 9:00 PM / Sputnik Kino

22 Jun / 8:30 PM / Kant Kino

A father, a son, a story that remained untold for so long. Tadashi Nakamura sheds light on the Parkinson's disease of his father Robert A. Nakamura, a key figure in Asian-American film culture.

Undercover: Exposing the Far Right

15 Jun / 2:30 PM / Atelier Gardens

17 Jun / 6:30 PM / Publix

20 Jun / 8:30 PM / Kant Kino

What seems like a thriller is in fact reality: with a camera hidden in his shirt button, journalist Harry Shukman spends months putting his life at risk to gain access to the heart of far-right networks.

Waking Up in Silence

14 Jun / 6:15 PM / Atelier Gardens

Ukrainian children live in an old military base. They play, explore, and write “Putin, stop killing people” on the pavement – blending memories and hope under the sun and shadows of history.

Ways to Traverse a Territory

18 Jun / 6:00 PM / Kunsthaus Dahlem

22 Jun / 6:00 PM / Zeiss-Großplanetarium

In the misty mountains, the memory of an encounter with an Indigenous Tzotzil family awakens. Amid sheep and shifting landscapes, this story develops into an exploration of identity, nature, and belonging.

Where Dragons Live

12 Jun / 4:30 PM / Atelier Gardens

20 Jun / 6:00 PM / Kant Kino

What remains when our parents are gone? Four siblings clear out their childhood home, surrounded by memories, forgotten objects, and unasked questions. As they sort through the past, they begin to question family roles and renegotiate their shared history.

Wild Coast Warriors

17 Jun / 8:30 PM / Zeiss-Großplanetarium

18 Jun / 6:00 PM / b-ware! Ladenkino

22 Jun / 9:00 PM / Sputnik Kino

On South Africa’s East Coast, Shell’s reckless greed threatens to destroy not just the sea but also the livelihoods of the AmaMpondo. But they resist—tirelessly and determined, before the courts and on the streets. Their fight for their environment is a fight for survival.

With Grace

15 Jun / 3:00 PM / Atelier Gardens

In the midst of Kenya’s drought, 13-year-old Grace and her family struggle to survive. When a storm destroys their home, the only thing that remains is her unwavering positivity. A film about the power of laughter in the face of adversity and one girl’s fight to hold onto her dreams.

Writing Hawa

15 Jun / 5:30 PM / Atelier Gardens

16 Jun / 6:00 PM / Kant Kino

When the Taliban regain power in 2021, Hawa’s dream of liberation for herself and her family shatters. A documentary love letter from Afghan director Najiba Noori to her mother, Hawa. A film about three generations of women fighting for their freedom.

Berauscht der Sinne beraubt: Eine Geschichte der Ekstase

15 Jun / 8:00 PM / Atelier Gardens

Is ecstasy a basic human need? Racha Kirakosian explores our drive for trance, rapture, and transcendence. From ancient rituals to techno raves, she shows that ecstasy isn’t just a wild escape, it is a mirror of who we are.

Collective Wisdom: Co-Creating Media for Equity and Justice

13 Jun / 2:15 PM / Atelier Gardens

What if the key to groundbreaking change lies in creating together? This exploration of co-creation reveals how collaboration, justice, and innovation fuel true collective intelligence in fields like tech and health.

Der Deutsche Film: Aus den Archiven der Deutschen Kinemathek

15 Jun / 2:00 PM / Atelier Gardens

What remains after 130 years of cinema? Burning images. Untold stories. And an archive that holds it all. This journey through German film history surprises at every turn—visual, moving, and full of goosebump moments. Cinema was never just film.

Die Kinderdolmetscherin

Sleepless nights, tantrums, and endless advice? A shift in perspective can work wonders. Discover everyday strategies that bring more understanding, less stress, and a deeper, more loving connection between parent and child.

Ein total genialer Mummeltag

12 Jun / 3:00 PM / Atelier Gardens

14 Jun / 2:30 PM / Atelier Gardens

Children's BJoin the Mummel family as they discover the importance of understanding their needs and acting accordingly. A playful picture book about family, mindfulness, and finding creative solutions together that is funny, colorful, and full of emotions.

Eisbjörn

14 Jun / 1:00 PM / Atelier Gardens

15 Jun / 11:15 AM / Atelier Gardens

Eisbjörn: Das unglaubliche Abenteuer eines tapferen Mäuserichs A thrilling adventure: little mouse Eisbjörn must light a mighty lighthouse all by himself. The sailors’ fate lies in his tiny paws! An interactive book screening that sparks imagination and reflection.

Elefant will durch die Wand

13 Jun / 3:00 PM / Atelier Gardens

15 Jun / 11:30 AM / Atelier Gardens

Picture Book Screening: Elephant is frustrated when things don’t go his way—but he soon learns that there are smarter ways to deal with his anger. A charming picture book about patience, empathy, and managing emotions.

Hugo und die Legende von Burg Drachenhügel

14 Jun / 10:00 AM / Atelier Gardens

15 Jun / 10:00 AM / Atelier Gardens

When a castle is surrounded by knights, only the animals’ cleverness and teamwork can save it—until young raven Hugo has a brilliant idea. An interactive book screening that sparks thought and imagination.

Ich sehe was, was du nicht siehst, und das ist Kunst

12 Jun / 6:00 PM / Atelier Gardens

What do melting clocks, soft cheese, bird droppings, and tabletops have to do with art? More than you’d think! Behind many masterpieces are surprising facts and bizarre stories—told here with wit and insight, making art fun, weird, and wonderfully human.

Soul Talk: Die Kunst des klugen Fragens

12 Jun / 8:00 PM / Atelier Gardens

With over 222 thought-provoking questions, this book invites you to spark real conversations that go far beyond small talk. Whether in everyday life, on a date, or with family, good questions help to build trust, create closeness, and offer gentle solutions to loneliness.

Terrible Humans

14 Jun / 6:45 PM / Atelier Gardens

Behind closed doors, warlords, kleptocrats, and corporate giants make decisions that shape the world. In the shadows, brave investigators trace money trails and uncover hidden networks. A gripping examination of power and corruption, and the people who dare to expose them.

Unversehrt. Frauen und Schmerz

13 Jun / 8:15 PM / Atelier Gardens

A man is given painkillers. A woman? Something to soothe her nerves. Women’s pain is dismissed, ignored, minimized—despite the fact that women suffer more, are hurt more often, and live with chronic pain. It's time to change this—time to turn pain into power.

WAS IST WAS Geniale Natur!

14 Jun / 4:15 PM / Atelier Gardens

Ever heard of the red-backed shrike? This book explores Central Europe's nature with fun facts, photos & illustrations – perfect for browsing, discovering, and inspiring young nature explorers!

Was weinst du denn so viel, kleines Krokodil?

14 Jun / 11:45 AM / Atelier Gardens

15 Jun / 4:30 PM / Atelier Gardens

Picture Book Screening: Juli the little crocodile feels deeply and cries often. But with love and patience, his dad helps him navigate his emotions. A heartwarming book about feelings, tears, and the power of understanding.

Wenn ich ängstlich bin

15 Jun / 10:15 AM / Atelier Gardens

Picture Book Screening: Mumm feels scared, but on his journey, he meets animals who show him how they handle fear. A heartwarming activity book that helps children understand fear and build self-confidence.

Witnesses to War: The Children of Syria

14 Jun / 11:30 AM / Atelier Gardens

A student who became a war photographer out of necessity, Khabieh’s images reflect eight years of life within rebel-held Eastern Ghouta.

Aktivkohle

15 Jun / 4:30 PM / Atelier Gardens

In the podcast show Aktivkohle, Annabelle Mandeng interviews Germans with an international background entertainingly. Through the in-depth talks and insights, Aktivkohle therefore helps to overcome digestive problems around the topic of diversity.

Autonomie + Algorithmen

14 Jun / 3:00 PM / Atelier Gardens

As AI increasingly encroaches on our lives, how much control do we really have? Dr Christiane Attig and Prof Benjamin Paaßen reveal how AI is shaping our autonomy and how we can navigate these invisible power structures.

Behind Science

15 Jun / 8:00 PM / Atelier Gardens

The True Science Podcast about coincidences, breakthroughs, and scandals. Discover the emotional, often controversial stories of people who changed the world through science.

Deutsch aber Schwarz

14 Jun / 5:00 PM / Atelier Gardens

A podcast about identity, culture, and personal growth. Together with Jil-Henriane, guests from diverse cultural backgrounds share their experiences in Germany, major challenges, and inspiring stories.

Feuer & Brot

15 Jun / 11:30 AM / Atelier Gardens

Here’s to friendship! Alice and Maxi, best friends for years, come together to talk about everything that is close to their hearts. From social media trends to film clichés, masculinity and conspiracy theories. Always exciting and always honest!

Good Impact: gute Nachrichten & konstruktive Gespräche

13 Jun / 3:00 PM / Atelier Gardens

Ready for a future worth looking forward to? The Good Impact Podcast brings you uplifting stories, smart solutions, and inspiring voices. From community to climate to the economy—tune in and discover how good ideas can change the game!

Gyncast

13 Jun / 4:45 PM / Atelier Gardens

Periods, pregnancy, anatomy—no taboos, no clichés! Head physician Prof. Mandy Mangler and journalists Esther Kogelboom (Tagesspiegel) and Anna Kemper (ZEIT Magazin) take a deep dive into the fascinating world of gynaecology. Scientifically sound, no tired tropes, and truly empowering.

Lila Podcast

14 Jun / 5:00 PM / Atelier Gardens

Bold, honest, feminist. This podcast unpacks stereotypes, inequalities, and hidden power structures. Discrimination and violence aren’t just exposed—they’re dismantled with real strategies for change.

PAPAS – Der Podcast

13 Jun / 8:15 PM / Atelier Gardens

The last thing Hannes and Niclas wanted was to make a dad podcast—but that’s now exactly what they’re doing. From mental load to everyday chaos and real emotions, this is a mini therapy session for anyone caught in the family whirlwind. Honest and relatable, with heart and humor.

Radio Spätkauf

14 Jun / 8:45 PM / Atelier Gardens

Love and hate Berlin? This sharp, witty podcast dives into the city’s politics, culture, and chaos—with humor and insight. From scandals to urban quirks, it’s your smart, entertaining guide to Berlin’s past, present, and wild future. Tune in!

12 Jun – 12 / Atelier Gardens

12 Jun / 5:00 PM / Atelier Gardens

The exhibition Light captures the emotions of Serbia's protests through photography. Since November 15, people from all walks of life have been peacefully demonstrating against corruption and government arbitrariness.

Photo: Mariupol – The City That Refused to Die

15 Jun – 15 / Atelier Gardens

14 Jun – 14 / Atelier Gardens

13 Jun – 13 / Atelier Gardens

12 Jun – 12 / Atelier Gardens

When Mariupol was cut off, two journalists stayed. Their images reveal life under siege—moments of horror, hope, and survival. This exhibition is a reckoning with war, memory, and the dignity of those who endured what the world was never meant to see.

Nana Lou

12 Jun – 12 / Atelier Gardens

13 Jun – 13 / Atelier Gardens

14 Jun – 14 / Atelier Gardens

15 Jun – 15 / Atelier Gardens

You are a guiding spirit helping Nana Lou to navigate her memories, offering her comfort, and actively shaping her farewell. A poignant journey through life, memory, and light.

Photo: Ode to Handcraft

15 Jun – 15 / Atelier Gardens

14 Jun – 14 / Atelier Gardens

13 Jun – 13 / Atelier Gardens

12 Jun – 12 / Atelier Gardens

12 Jun / 7:30 PM / Atelier Gardens

Through poetic installations, the beauty of traditional craftsmanship comes alive. In a fast-paced digital world, it invites us to rediscover the art of working with our hands and sparks new inspiration for creativity.

Soul Paint

12 Jun – 12 / Atelier Gardens

13 Jun – 13 / Atelier Gardens

14 Jun – 14 / Atelier Gardens

15 Jun – 15 / Atelier Gardens

Embark on a journey of self-discovery and explore how your emotions connect to your body by using 3D drawing to express what you feel. What shape, color, or mood do your feelings take? Experience your inner world like never before in this immersive, creative adventure.

The Guardians of Jade Mountain

12 Jun – 12 / Atelier Gardens

13 Jun – 13 / Atelier Gardens

14 Jun – 14 / Atelier Gardens

15 Jun – 15 / Atelier Gardens

Taiwan, under Japanese occupation. Based on the true story of the unlikely friendship between Chief Aliman of the Bunun (an Indigenous Taiwanese clan) and Japanese anthropologist Ushinosuke Mori, this is an immersive experience revolving around respect, identity, and fate.

D'Salon

A place for exchange, ideas, and encounters, D’Salon gathers people around a table, on a rug, or in a circle to eat, think, debate, and dream. Dinner and discourse, ritual and resonance, this is an event series inspired by the idea of the classical salon and combined with curiosity, conviction, and zeitgeist. It’s all about the shared experience—through words, silence, or the simple act of sharing a moment. Ideas collide, perspectives shift, and new connections are forged.