HANDFUL OF HOPE
Through heartfelt storytelling, Handful of Hope presents powerful stories of resilience and optimism — reminding us that even in the darkest times, hope endures and shines through.
These films celebrate the strength of the human spirit, capturing moments of courage, kindness, and unwavering faith in a better tomorrow. Let their stories lift you up and remind you that a small spark of hope can light the way for many.
Penca at The Park
Directed by Giovanni Bruno de Souza
Penca is an adorable marmoset that lives in the Américo Renné Giannetti park downtown Belo Horizonte, Brazil. Its captivating lifestyle, however, usually causes trouble amongst the rest of the park's fauna.
Comedy, Brazil, 1minutes 30 seconds.
Leaves of Wonder
Directed by Muhammad Hanif Faththan Priyono
Pegi, Tulus, Hussein, and Meylani debate their dream professions during a school assignment. Meanwhile, Robi and Rayhan accidentally start a fire in the canteen. As the fire spreads, the four children magically transform into professionals of their dreams and must unite to extinguish the flames.
Drama, Indonesia, 6 minutes 16 seconds.
To My Dearest Little Knight
Directed by Syifa Talitha Firdausi
Wulan reads a story to Lintang about Satriya and Peramu, who embark on an adventure. Satriya is cursed by a monster, and only dragon scales can break the curse. They face numerous challenges and monsters, all while racing against time, which relentlessly pursues them.
Fantasy, Indonesia, 8 minutes 8 seconds.
Dreamy, Uncertain & Dying Everyday
Directed by Hossam Waleed
In a heartfelt journey of self-discovery, 18-year-old Shehab, a dreamy teen torn between his ambition to become a psychology teacher and his struggles with communication, must confront his insecurities and re-evaluate his confidence as he navigates the challenges of adolescence and the fictional worlds he, cherishes.
Drama, Egypt, 18 minutes.
Diminuendo
Directed by Ephraim Ryan & Michelle Nugroho
A young woman attempts to reconnect with her dementia-ridden mother by re-teaching her how to play their childhood song.
Drama, Indonesia, 17 minutes 27 seconds.
