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INTERNATIONAL FILM SECTION

International Film Section

The International Film Section of UBIFF features acclaimed films from top global festivals, highlighting diverse cultures and cinematic voices. It connects Mongolian audiences with world cinema, fosters creative exchange, and strengthens ties between international filmmakers and Mongolia’s film industry.

SENTIMENTAL VALUE

Director: Joachim Trier
Cast: Renate Reinsve, Stellan Skarsgård, Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas
Duration: 135″
Released: 2025
Language: Norwegian, English
Country: Norway, France, Denmark, Germany
Genre: Drama
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NINO

Director: Pauline Loquès
Cast: Théodore Pellerin, William Lebghil, Salomé Dewaels, Jeanne Balibar, Camille Rutherford, Estelle Meyer, Victoire Du Bois, Balthazar Billaud, Mathieu Amalric, Nahéma Ricci, Alexandre Desrousseaux, Lola Felouzis, Maël Besnard, Lison Daniel
Duration: 97″
Released: 2025
Language: French
Country: France
Genre: Drama
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RENOIR

Director: Chie Hayakawa
Cast: Yui Suzuki, Lily Franky, Hikari Ishida, Ayumu Nakajima, Yuumi Kawai, Ryota Bando
Duration: 118″
Released: 2025
Language: Japanese, English
Country: Japan, France, Singapore, Philippines, Indonesia, Qatar
Genre: Drama, Teen Drama
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VERMIGLIO

Director: Maura Delpero
Cast: Tommaso Ragno, Giuseppe De Domenico, Roberta Rovelli, Martina Scrinzi, Orietta Notari, Carlotta Gamba, Santiago Fondevila Sancet, Rachele Potrich, Anna Thaler, Patrick Gardner, Enrico Panizza, Luis Thaler, Simone Bendetti, Sara Serraiocco
Duration: 119″
Released: 2024
Language: Italian
Country: Italy, France, Belgium
Genre: Drama, Period Drama, History
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SOLOMAMMA

Director: Janicke Askevold
Cast: Lisa Loven Kongsli, Herbert Nordrum, Céline Engbrightsen, Rolf Kristian Larsen, Nasrin Khusrawi, Kaveh Tehrani
Duration: 99″
Released: 2025
Language: Norwegian
Country: Norway, Latvia, Lithuania, Denmark, Finland
Genre: Comedy, Drama
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THE SECRET AGENT

Director: Kleber Mendonça Filho
Cast: Wagner Moura, Maria Fernanda Candido, Gabriel Leone, Carlos Francisco, Alice Carvalho, Roberio Diogenes, Hermila Guedes, Igor De Araujo, Italo Martins, Laura Lufesi, Udo Kier, Roney Villela, Isabél Zuaa
Duration: 158″
Released: 2025
Language: Portuguese
Country: Brazil, France, Germany, Netherlands
Genre: Crime, Drama, Fantasy, History, Mystery, Thriller
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SOUND of FALLING

Director: Mascha Schilinski
Cast: Hanna Heckt, Greta Krämer, Filip Schnack, Helena Lüer, Anastasia Cherepakha, Susanne Wuest, Gode Benedix, Luzia Oppermann, Bärbel Schwarz, Liane Düsterhöft, Lea Drinda, Martin Rother, Lena Urzendowsky, Florian Geißelmann, Konstantin Lindhorst, Claudia Geisler-Bading, Andreas Anke, Laeni Geiseler, Zoë Baier, Ninel Geiger, Luise Heyer, Lucas Prisor
Duration: 149″
Released: 2025
Language: German, English
Country: Germany
Genre: Drama, War
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IT WAS JUST AN ACCIDENT

Director: Jafar Panahi
Cast: Vahid Mobasseri, Maryam Afshari, Ebrahim Azizi, Hadis Pakbaten, Majid Panahi, Mohamad Ali Elyasmehr, Georges Hashemzadeh, Delmaz Najafi, Afssaneh Najmabad
Duration: 102″
Released: 2025
Language: Persian
Country: Iran, France, Luxembourg
Genre: Action, Adventure, Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller
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THE LOVE THAT REMAINS

Director: Hlynur Pálmason
Cast: Saga Garðarsdóttir, Sverrir Gudnason, Ída Mekkín Hlynsdóttir, Þorgils Hlynsson, Grímur Hlynsson, Ingvar Sigurðsson, Anders Mossling
Duration: 109″
Released: 2025
Language: Icelandic
Country: Iceland, Denmark, Sweden, France
Genre: Comedy, Drama
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RESURRECTION

Director: Bi Gan
Cast: Yee Jackson, Shu Qi, Chao Mark, Li Gengxi, Huang Jue, Chen Yongzhong, Zhang Zhijian, Maayan Chloe, Yan Nan, Guo Mucheng
Duration: 160″
Released: 2025
Language: Chinese
Country: Australia, China, Hong Kong, Thailand
Genre: Drama, Sci-FI
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DOCUMENTARY FILM SECTION

Documentary Film Section

The Documentary Film Section of UBIFF highlights powerful non-fiction storytelling from Mongolia and abroad. It features thought-provoking works that explore social, cultural, and environmental issues, offering audiences fresh perspectives and fostering dialogue through real-life narratives and cinematic craftsmanship.

IRON WINTER

Director: Kasimir Burgess
Cast: Chadraa Dondogsuren, Dondogsuren Batbold, Tsogtgeral Tsgaan-Owgon, Chadraa Barsbold
Duration: 90″
Released: 2025
Language: Mongolian
Country: Australia, Mongolia
Genre: Documentary
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SONG OF BREATH

Director: Simona Canonica
Duration: 110″
Released: 2025
Language: Italian, Mongolian, English, Yolnu
Country: Switzerland, Italy
Genre: Documentary
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TO THE WEST, IN ZAPATA

Director: David Bim
Cast: Orlando ‘Landi’ García, Mercedes Morejón, Deinis García
Duration: 74″
Released: 2025
Language: Spanish
Country: Cuba, Spain
Genre: Documentary
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YOUTH PROGRAM

Youth Program

The Youth Program Section of UBIFF nurtures young cinephiles and emerging filmmakers through screenings, workshops, and mentorship. It encourages creative exploration, builds industry awareness, and empowers Mongolia’s next generation to engage with cinema as both art and career.

SILENT TRILOGY

Director: Juho Kuosmanen
Cast: Juha Hurme, Seppo Mattila, Jaana Paananen
Duration: 61″
Released: 2025
Language: none
Country: Finland
Genre: Comedy
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HAPPYEND

Director: Neo Sora
Cast: Makiko Watanabe, Ayumu Nakajima, Shirô Sano
Duration: 113″
Released: 2024
Language: Japanese
Country: Japan, United States, Singapore, United Kingdom
Genre: Drama, Sci-FI, Fantasy
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TOXIC

Director: Saulė Bliuvaitė
Cast: Ieva Rupeikaite, Vesta Matulyte, Giedrius Savickas, Vilma Raubaite, Egle Gabrenaite
Duration: 99″
Released: 2024
Language: Lithuanian
Country: Lithuania
Genre: Drama
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LESSON LEARNED

Director: Bálint Szimler
Cast: Paul Mátis, Anna Mészöly, Ákos ‘Dadan’ Kovács
Duration: 119″
Released: 2024
Language: Hungarian
Country: Hungary
Genre: Drama
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NEW HORIZON SECTION

New Horizon Section

The New Horizon Program Section of UBIFF explores Mongolia’s cinematic legacy and future. It features restored classics, archival exhibitions, and bold new works—bridging generations and inspiring dialogue between traditional storytelling and contemporary film innovation.

THE TAKING OF A LIFE

Director: Jigjidsuren Gombojav
Cast: Tumurbaatar Tsegmid, Tserendagva Purevdorj, Gombosuren Gombojav
Duration: 97″
Released: 1976
Language: Mongolian
Country: Mongolia
Genre: Drama, Crime
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FIRST STEP

Director: Jigjidsuren Gombojav
Cast: Tsetsegbaljid Banzragch, Tserendash Samdan, Tsegmed Nyam, Dondog Dugar, Khurel Choi, Sharavdoo Yondon, Gantumur Tserendejid, Baldanpurev Sambuu
Duration: 68″
Released: 1970
Language: Mongolian
Country: Mongolia
Genre: Drama
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MONGOLIAN FILM SECTION

Mongolian Film Section

The Mongolian Film Section at UBIFF (Ulaanbaatar International Film Festival) celebrates the vibrant spirit, evolving artistry, and bold storytelling of Mongolia’s cinematic landscape. This curated program showcases a dynamic range of films—from poetic documentaries and experimental shorts to powerful dramas and genre-defying features—crafted by both emerging and established Mongolian filmmakers.

TATAR

Director: Batdelger Byambasuren
Cast: Ganbat Damdinpurev, Sumiyadorj Khuselbaatar, Tuvshin Naranbaatar, Temuujin Bat-Erdene, Baljinnyam Byambatsogt
Duration: 113″
Released: 2025
Language: Mongolian
Country: Mongolia
Genre: Drama
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FALCONRY

Director: Enkhbayar Bataa
Cast: Batbileg Erdenejargal
Duration: 60″
Released: 2025
Language: Mongolian
Country: Mongolia
Genre: Documentary
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SILENT CITY DRIVER

Director: Sengedorj Janchivdorj
Cast: Tuvshinbayar Amartuvshin, Narantuya Ganbaatar
Duration: 135″
Released: 2025
Language: Mongolian
Country: Mongolia
Genre: Drama, Psychological Thiriller, Mystery
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THE THIRD PUNCH

Director: Erkhemburen Ravjikh
Cast: O. Dulguun, T. Nyamdorj, S. Sarantuya, B. Odonchimeg, T. Barkhuu (Honored Artist), B. Bolorchuluun, Li Qing, neWa Qiao Liu, Zhang Ying, Rang Xing
Duration: 105″
Released: 2024
Language: Mongolian
Country: Mongolia, China
Genre: Drama, Thriller
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