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In the second post from the Cinemata Features series, Goethe-Institut Indonesia talks about their work focusing on media and technology, and how their programs contribute to discussions on digital transformation and its impact on society.

The Indonesian short film 'Homebound' follows the story of female migrant worker Tari and the challenges she faced while working abroad. Catch the multi-awarded film on Cinemata from December 15 to 21, 2022.

From December 10 to 12, ten social issue films will be streaming on Cinemata in celebration of Human Rights Day. The screening is part of Cinemata Visions, a new initiative highlighting video endeavours by film schools in the Asia-Pacific.

Co-curated with Gawad Alternatibo, the film playlist highlights human rights stories from the Philippines' martial law years to the present time, reflecting the aspiration of Filipino filmmakers to continue raising awareness on human rights issues.

Video for Change Project Coordinator Demie Dangla writes about her experience attending the Minikino Film Week, where she discussed impact production and strengthened relationships with a community of filmmakers and video for change advocates.

FreedomFilmFest 2022 is returning to the big screen with a lineup of deep, difficult, and daring films produced just before and during the pandemic. Cinemata will be hosting the screenings of the films during the weeklong event in Malaysia.

Cinemata is streaming lectures and panel discussions from all five editions of the Digital Discourses conference series that aims to stimulate debate about the impact of digital transformation on society.

From August 14 to October 31, 2022, over 60 films highlighting the best of Philippine alternative storytelling and filmmaking will be streamed exclusively on Cinemata.

The latest version of Cinemata features enhanced site navigation, video upload improvements, and more, making it easier for the Cinemata community to maximise this free and independent open source platform.