Celebrate Female Filmmakers with Latest TV in March!
Our International Women’s Day film festival returns in March for a 4th edition.
In honour of International Women’s Day, our festival, in collaboration with our friends at NVTV in Ireland, aims to amplify the voices, creativity, and perspectives of female filmmakers from around the world. The event showcases a diverse selection of films – narratives, documentaries, animations, experimental and music videos – all created by women across different genres and cultures. Through these powerful stories, the festival explores hard-hitting topics such as gender inequality, domestic and sexual violence, reproductive rights, mental health struggles, and the fight for freedom and justice. Latest TV is proud to highlight the groundbreaking contributions of women in cinema, while offering a platform for emerging talent and established filmmakers alike.
Every night at 9pm from 1st March to 7th March, with an omnibus on 8th March.
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Saturday 1st March
EPISODE 1
Captive Women (Cautivas) by Itxaso Díaz
20:00, Spain
Currently, 24 countries prohibit the termination of pregnancy under any circumstances. El Salvador has one of the most restrictive laws in the world on abortion. There, women accused of having an abortion can be sentenced to prison terms of up to 40 years for aggravated homicide. Cautivas includes the case of Cristina Quintanilla, sentenced to thirty years in prison accused of having an abortion. She was released from prison after four and a half years when her case was reviewed, with an already broken life and a criminal record that will haunt her for the rest of her life.
Samsara by Xiaowei Wen
4:46, Macao
A lone girl from the city sets foot in Tibet. There, she meets a young monk, and together, they witness the twists and turns of life, death and rebirth.
Unchain by Amen Sahraei
10:00, US
A shy rural woman with a domineering husband decides to rebel.
They See Red by Emily Boyle & Aurélie Monnier
25:00, Switzerland
More than 500 million people around the world suffer from some form of menstrual poverty. This complex issue not only represents the lack of access to menstrual products and appropriate infrastructure, but also the persistence of stigma and taboo surrounding menstruation. These factors play a large role in the profound inequalities experienced in Tanzania and elsewhere. The co-directors travel from rural areas to Tanzania’s economic capital and give a voice to women who share their experiences with authenticity. The documentary’s focus on the personal brings out the political, and highlights the key issues surrounding menstruation.
Sunday 2nd March
EPISODE 2
Cereal Haze by Katy Held
5:41, UK
After falling asleep eating a bowl of cereal, Katy has finally admitted that she needs help. Now while navigating her long standing fear of phone calls, she has to try and convince an automated helpline the same.
Non-Comedy by Natalia Krymskikh
3:59, Russian Federation
A debut short film that offers a new interpretation of Katherina’s monologue from William Shakespeare’s “The Taming of the Shrew.” Through this classic work, the author critiques patriarchal society and raises the issue of domestic violence in heterosexual marriage.
Everything Beautiful and Everything Dead by Isabel Schulz
4:28, Austria
We are transported into a foreign colorless world only made up of grayscale, where its inhabitants strive after a way to turn their world colorful. They experience their biggest breakthrough – colorizing organic matter – but absorbed by excitement, they never stop to think about the concequences this endeavour might have on their world and themselves.
Corpórea by Itxaso Diaz Cabrera
30:00, Spain
This documentary brings together the stories and portraits of ten women who have dedicated themselves, and are dedicated, body and soul to canoeing. Ten relevant figures in the national history of sport who constitute themselves as references at an international level and who here reveal to us the difficulty of combining dedication to sport and caring for family life from their perspective as women.
Mildred does: “How to Thrive in a Post-Modern Dystopian Apocalypse (and Still Eat Your Frog)” by Miranda Morris
15:41, UK
This film is the latest instalment in the “Mildred Does…” mockumentary series, where Mildred offers her unique perspective on a variety of topics, including self-care, exercise, healthy eating, social media, and therapy. In this episode, she explores the benefits of AI and its potential to boost productivity, with some surprising results.
Monday 3rd March
EPISODE 3
Mwiba – A Thorn by Gwantwa Lucas Mwakalinga
16:41, United Republic of Tanzania
A documentary that explores how sexual exploitation affects the growth of upcoming female artists in Tanzania.
Perpetual Motion by Pascale Hecquet
4:26, Belgium
If there’s an antidote to the fear of ageing, it’s called Geneviève. Inspired by her former gymnastics teacher whom she admired, Geneviève has devoted her career to instilling a love of sport in her pupils. Once she reached retirement age, she had only one watchword: to continue the virtuous circle of perpetual motion.
Scheduling my Grief by Dinah Naitamu
6:43, UK
Following the passing of British-Ugandan teen Nia’s grandmother, she struggles with the guilt of not being able to mourn her death. Through this, she is inspired to connect with her culture.
The Talk by Ella Saini
5:41, Canada
“The Talk” showcases the experiences of three LGBTQ+ youth learning about sex health under an inadequate sex-ed curriculum. Each subject opens up about their knowledge surrounding sexual health, gender identity, the not-so honest information they were taught in their classrooms and its impact on their self-image.
The silence of the Wolf by Ivonne Rodríguez, Isabela Parada & Paola Vaquera
3:43, Mexico
In a small house lives a peculiar family made up of Carnelia and her parents. The young girl begins to notice strange behaviors in them, sparking her curiosity. Filled with doubt but determined to uncover the truth, she makes a decision that will change the course of her life forever.
The Northern Line Series by Leire Egaña
25:00, UK
Set around London’s Northern Line tube stations, four stories re-tell some of the most famous Greek myths adapted to our world. With dark British humour, it follows the misadventures of the great Olympian Gods getting to grips with modern life.
Tuesday 4th March
EPISODE 4
Maybe it Will by Elise Marra
7:49, UK
Maxine and Sarah might only be spending the night together, but their connection will have long lasting impact. ‘Maybe It Will’ is a short film exploring relationships, agency and desire.
Breasts Not Required by Hannah Sullivan & Seth Thompson
32:40, US
Eight women tell their mastectomy stories, and challenge societal expectations for reconstruction. Along the way, they expose the breast implant industry, and the problematic policies and health issues that create harm.
She’s Asking For It by Natalia Zajączkowska
9:55, UK
A woman’s harrowing experience reveals the unsettling normalisation of sexual violence, exposing how cinema – and society – disguise abuse as romance, while directly calling out the audience’s complicity in perpetuating rape culture.
Lavenza by Lauren Eden
10:55, Canada
When Lavenza, a 19th-century noblewoman, overhears her husband complaining about her looks, she turns herself into his ideal wife by thrifting the body parts from all the women he desires.
Wednesday 5th March
EPISODE 5
Primary School by Pascale Hecquet
4:20, Belgium
Jeannine went to the very first mixed school in Liège. The boys stayed on one side of the classroom, the girls on the other. During manual lessons, where the girls learned to sew, the boys played football in the playground.
Free Skate by Alice Parker, Caitlyn O’Sullivan & Luke Dowber
5:02, UK
A documentary following a roller-dancer as she connects with her mind and body through rhythmic skating. Learn how skating can give life a whole new perspective.
Moth in the Loop by Kathleen Bryson
4:08, UK
In a near-future world saturated with augmented reality, Moth in the Loop invites viewers into “The Blue and Yellow World,” a kaleidoscopic digital Eden where avatars and autonomous entities coexist in uneasy harmony. Lunesta, a dreaming human (or perhaps an insomniac moth, or perhaps a gynandromorph butterfly with differently coloured wings) — whose consciousness has splintered into her gossamer avatar — becomes the accidental architect of this space.
Flocky by Esther Casas Roura
11:53, Spain
Flocky is an animated allegory navigating pregnancy, exploring the connection between a mother and her unborn child. Set in a melancholic and enchanting world, this story captures the essence of love, and the poignant nature of loss.
Ad Vitam Aeternam by lola Hourlier
37:00, France
“Ad Vitam Aeternam” follows the journey of a disillusioned transgender millennial in Lille, France. Disconnected from her aspirations, she abandons education and work, finding solace in passive routines and friendships. When compelled to return to her hometown due to her dying father, she confronts a tumultuous past, unraveling buried secrets and redefining her understanding of life, family, and love. The film explores themes of self-discovery, redemption, and the enduring quest for inner peace.
Thursday 6th March
EPISODE 6
Mother’s Tongue by Vanesa Millado
13:25, Canada
After moving out of her family home and being estranged from her mother, Gurleen yearns to reconnect with her Punjabi culture through cooking. But as she attempts to do so, she quickly realizes she’s missing a crucial element, her mother’s touch.
Emmy by Emma Bouchon, Laura Carpentier, Mila Mersch & Soline Augris
6:30, France
In the year 1900, on board of the Orient-Express bound to Paris and the International Mathematics Congress, the young mathematician Emmy Noether tries to solve an equation deemed impossible to prove.
Ania from Piekielnik by Monika Meleń
29:58, Poland
An intimate film about the bond between a mother without arms and her daughter, the joy of life and inner female strength, and about admiration for the beauty of the world.
Fear Not Fear Itself by Dawn Westlake
4:59, US
Using musical poetry performed within typical American backdrops, “Fear Not Fear Itself” warns against the atypical rise of hate and authoritarianism in the United States.
Red Moon by Katherine Yuan
4:15, Australia
A coming-of-age tale of two girls who dance through the ups and downs of life together, learning about their changes growing up, and navigating through womanhood.
Friday 7th March
EPISODE 7
Contemporary Happiness by Patrícia Antunes
29:42, Brazil
“Contemporary Happiness” follows the journey of four women who, amidst the pressures of today’s world, seek to understand the essence of happiness. In a reality where perfection is crafted in the digital shop windows of social media and quick fixes are promised by medication, their stories intertwine with the monumental Brasília, the capital of Brazil. The city, with its imposing and cold concrete structures, mirrors the weight of contemporary expectations and the effects of a hyper-consumerist society. Through their journeys, these women invite us to occupy new spaces and reflect on emotional disconnection and the illusory promises of happiness in modern times.
Values by Dominika Anna Miklar
4:04, Norway
A film inspired by a visual representation of trauma and the journey towards healing. It delves into the symbolic language of the cosmos and the natural world to express the complex emotions associated with trauma.
I Can’t by Yomna Magdy
15:00, Egypt
Nadine, a talented young filmmaker, faces a major challenge in casting her male lead role, as several actors have refused the part due to a kiss scene in the script. Today is the final day for auditions. Despite repeated rejections, Nadine remains firm in her artistic vision. The last actor to audition, Adam, tries to convince Nadine that the kiss scene will be a barrier to the film’s success, arguing that society won’t accept it. This puts Nadine in a psychological dilemma, torn between her principles and the potential success of the film.
Stories from my Window by Marie Chiriac
3:50, UK
A short poetry film about one possible end of the world and love. Contemplative perspective on what makes this world beautiful and worth saving is love, as this realm being the backdrop and anchor of a universal love story. Both poem and film have been first drafted in the hopelessness of the lockdowns, when we were spectators of our own deserted lives, unpeopled streets when the mind had a mind of its own and was elaborating and browsing wild scenarios of apocalyptic ends of everything we knew.
Dig by Brianna Lee
5:43, US
Lost on a hike, a young woman asks a stranger for help only to discover a dark secret hidden deep within the woods.
Saturday 8th March
EPISODE 1 – 7
