Film Tips

The Film Route of Nugah Shrestha

We asked a number of inspiring tastemakers about their must-sees, so you can dive into the festival with the best tips and extra inspiration. Today, it's the turn of Nugah Shrestha, the driving force behind the popular Instagram channel @politieke_jongeren. by Fé Wielemaker 20 March, 2025

With 169,000 followers on Instagram, you can’t miss Nugah’s @politieke_jongeren. Through his platform, he brings societal issues to light. He also works as a project manager at a housing foundation, focusing on neighborhood development and livability. He has a sharp eye for social themes, which is reflected in his film choices.

Devi

Subina Shrestha

“The documentary Devi highlights feminism from a non-Western perspective. In the Netherlands, the focus is mainly on the Western perspective on feminism, so I would like to hear more about this. It's also interesting because it deals with women's rights during a civil war, specifically in Nepal. Devi herself will also be attending the festival, and I think it will be particularly impactful to hear her talk about her struggle.”
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Sunny Bergman

“Sunny Bergman is unparalleled in her ability to dissect social issues in her documentaries. For her previous documentary Wit is ook een kleur, I wrote a review for Vrij Nederland. Now, she dives into why rapists in the Netherlands are often so rarely convicted. This raises the question of why our society so often fails to deliver justice to victims.”
Mr. Nobody Against Putin

David Borenstein, Pasha Talankin

“I am curious about Mr Nobody Against Putin, as the documentary offers a fascinating glimpse into propaganda. Will we see how young children, despite propaganda, manage to form their own opinion about this particular war? I'm interested in the story of this teacher and how his students respond to Russia's narrative.”
Mother City

Miki Redelinghuys, Pearlie Joubert

“As a project manager at a housing foundation, I see the impact of the housing crisis every day. In this documentary, the housing crisis will intersect with South Africa's colonial history, in which the Netherlands played a part. I am curious to see how these two issues are intertwined in the film and how the criticism of these problems is presented.”
The Great Dictator

Charlie Chaplin

“I’ve heard the speech from The Great Dictator somewhere before, and it has always stuck with me. The fact that Charlie Chaplin warned of Hitler's threat even before Europe was overtaken by him makes this film particularly relevant. This warning could form an interesting connection to the present.”
The Bibi Files

Alexis Bloom

“This documentary intrigues me because it is about Netanyahu. I'm curious about the scandal and also about the fact that not everyone is aware of it. It's good that there's a documentary about this. Israel calls itself the only democracy in the Middle East, but this film shows that there is also a lot of corruption within the highest circles of power.”