Film-Forward

War

Before, Now & Then

A subtle, atmospheric period film that draws on the same palette as Wong Kar-Wai’s signature film, In the Mood for Love.

Reveille

The fresh, honest, and intimate interactions are what makes this movie a cut above your average war film.

Sisu

If you come for action, you will not be disappointed, with so many set pieces awash with bullets, fists, guns, and humor.

All Quiet on the Western Front

The latest remake of Erich Maria Remarque’s 1929 anti-war novel, now from a German filmmaker.

Onoda: 10,000 Nights in the Jungle

It’s 1974 in the Philippines, and a Japanese lieutenant lives his life as though World War II is still raging.

My Name Is Sara

A strong character study of a 13-year-old Polish Jew who disguised herself for two years during World War II. Based on a true story.

Bad Roads

This fierce drama follows in the footsteps of other recent Ukrainian films examining the effect of war in the Donbass region.

Donbass

A deadpan depiction of a fallen society, in which the seismic effects of war for years have yielded lawlessness and chaos.

Reflection; Babi Yar. Context | MoMI’s First Look Festival

Two Ukrainian films are reminders that the current situation in Eastern Europe isn’t unprecedented at all, but history sadly repeating itself.