2nd LET’S DOC Documentary Film Festival for Young Audiences on VOD Warszawa
Until May 5, the VOD Warszawa platform will feature the most interesting documentary films for young viewers as part of the LET’S DOC festival. This is a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the fascinating world of authentic and inspiring stories. Selected titles are available with accessibility features for people with visual and hearing impairments – they have been translated into Polish Sign Language or enriched with audio descriptions. Some films can be watched for free.
Unlike the embellished content on social media, documentary cinema opens the eyes of young audiences to real life. It is not only an opportunity to reflect on the world but also to understand and empathize with the diversity of human experiences. Observing the challenges faced by the protagonists in the festival’s documentaries, young viewers see themselves on the screen like in a mirror, trying to understand the world around us and find solutions for themselves.
This year’s festival has prepared a rich palette of films that focus on the lives of teenagers and their daily experiences. An interesting combination includes the films “Last Song from Kabul” and “Linda and Irina,” which poignantly depict different aspects of young people’s lives in the face of difficult challenges. “Last Song from Kabul” takes us to Taliban-ruled Afghanistan, where young musicians must confront brutal bans and violence that threaten their passion and freedom. Meanwhile, “Linda and Irina” tells the story of two best friends living in France, facing changes and significant life decisions that affect their relationship and future.
Among the wide range of films presented at the festival are e.g. “Hormones” and “My Sister,” which touch on delicate topics related to adolescence and sibling relationships. “Hormones” sheds light on various experiences related to hormonal contraception, while “My Sister” tells the touching story of a talented teenage artist struggling with drug addiction, documented by her brother.
There will also be films addressing social and political issues, such as “Neurotypes,” which tells the story of a young girl on the autism spectrum fighting for her rights and actively engaging in the fight for social justice.
The LET’S DOC festival not only inspires young people to broaden their horizons and understand the world but also encourages them to actively participate in social life. Each film presented at this unique festival is not just a story but also a stimulus for reflection, discussion, and action. Lectures, discussions, or meetings with guests accompanying each screening make the festival a space where young people can discover themselves and the world in an authentic and inspiring way.
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