“Mums” to Premiere at Thessaloniki Documentary Festival’s Open Horizons Section

The 27th edition of the Thessaloniki International Documentary Film Festival will host the world premiere of Mums, the latest documentary by filmmaker Ariadna Seuba. The film will participate in the festival’s Open Horizons section, competing for the Audience Award.

Shot over four years, Mums offers an intimate, deeply personal look at the emotional and physical challenges of postponed motherhood. Through the lens of director Ari, the documentary follows the journey of Anna (41) and Ari (32) as they navigate the rollercoaster of fertility treatments, resilience, and love. Despite the hardships, the film captures their humor and unwavering support for each other.

Ariadna Seuba, known for her work on Operació Globus (2019), as well as producer of  documentary short This is Not a Love Story (2016) and the feature Speechless (2015), brings a raw and immersive storytelling approach to Mums. The film has already garnered industry recognition, winning the First Look on Spanish Cinema Award at Locarno PRO 2024 and being selected for prestigious development labs, including the Thessaloniki Pitching Forum, D’A Film LAB Barcelona, and DocsBarcelona Campus.

With its intimate storytelling and timely themes, Mums is set to be a standout entry in Thessaloniki’s Open Horizons section, offering a heartfelt exploration of love, resilience, and the realities of modern motherhood.

Mums is a Polar Star Films and Intactes production in co-production with 3Cat, with the support of ICEC Generalitat de Catalunya and Antaviana Films.  World distribution is by Movies For Festivals.

World Premiere of “Only on Earth” at Berlinale’s Generation Competition

This 75th edition of the Berlinale will World Premiere Only on Earth in this year’s competitive Generation section. The visually striking documentary takes audiences deep into Southern Galicia, one of Europe’s most wildfire-prone regions, during the hottest summer on record.

Through the perspectives of wild horses, a young cowboy, a fire analyst, an equine vet, and a farming family, Only on Earth explores the fragile balance between humans, animals, and a rapidly changing environment. The film sheds light on the critical role of Galicia’s wild horses in fire prevention and the growing tensions between nature and human development.

Only on Earth Berlinale film still

Danish director Robin Petré, known for her cinematic explorations of the coexistence of humans, animals, and nature, brings her signature poetic approach to the film. An alumna of Berlinale Talents and the Sundance Institute, Petré previously premiered her debut feature-length documentary From the Wild Sea in the Berlinale Generation section in 2021. Her short film Pulse won a Silver Dove at DOK Leipzig, and her work has been recognized at festivals worldwide.

“For as long as I can remember, I have had a strong connection to, and appreciation of, the natural world,” says Petré. “Yet whenever I return to the rural environment I grew up in, I’m troubled by how rapidly the landscape has been changing. I hope this film will leave a lasting impression on the audience as an unshakeable, unforgettable experience.”

Stephanie Fuchs, CEO of Autlook Filmsales, adds: “Robin Petré has created an impressive and visually stunning film that couldn’t be more timely. Only on Earth captures the urgency of our changing world with remarkable depth and artistry. We are proud to be on board and to bring this important story to audiences globally.”

Berlinale Screenings of Only on Earth

📍 Sat, Feb 15 | 16:15 – HKW 1 (Miriam Makeba)
📍 Sun, Feb 16 | 14:00 – Thalia (Potsdam-Babelsberg)
📍 Sun, Feb 16 | 19:15 – Cubix 6
📍 Mon, Feb 17 | 12:45 – Filmtheater am Friedrichshain
📍 Tue, Feb 18 | 10:00 – HKW 1 (Miriam Makeba)
📍 Sat, Feb 22 | 13:00 – Cubix 6

With its urgent ecological themes and breathtaking visuals, Only on Earth is set to be a standout entry at Berlinale’s Generation competition, which showcases bold and thought-provoking cinema for young audiences.