Sherwan Haji

In modern-day Helsinki, two lonely souls in search of love meet by chance in a karaoke bar. However, their path to happiness is beset by obstacles – from lost phone numbers to mistaken addresses, alcoholism, and a charming stray dog.

Dir. Aki Kaurismäki · With Alma Pöysti, Jussi Vatanen, Janne Hyytiäinen

A restaurateur befriends a Syrian refugee who has recently arrived in Finland.

Dir. Aki Kaurismäki · With Sherwan Haji, Sakari Kuosmanen, Kaija Pakarinen

A fisherman's son is offered the ultimate privilege to study at the Al-Azhar University in Cairo, the epicenter of power of Sunni Islam. Shortly after his arrival, the university’s highest ranking religious leader, the Grand Imam, dies and the young student becomes a pawn in a ruthless power struggle between Egypt's religious and political elite.

Dir. Tarik Saleh · With Tawfeek Barhom, Fares Fares, Mohammad Bakri

Elyas, a former Special Forces soldier who has become paranoid since a mission in Afghanistan, is recruited to ensure the safety of Amina and her daughter Nour, 13 years old, both of whom came from the Middle East for the holidays. As he takes office, Elyas senses something is up.

Dir. Florent-Emilio Siri · With Roschdy Zem, Laëtitia Eïdo, Nabil Elouahabi