Helsinki International Film Festival (a.k.a. Love & Anarchy) returns to entertain, challenge and enthral the Finnish audiences once again with its 2026 edition. The festival kicks off today, the 17th of September, and runs until the 27th. We have five under-the-radar picks for you movie-loving maniacs. Vive le cinéma! THE STATION | المح Director(s): Sara Ishaq Starring: Fatima Hassan, Manal Al-Mulaiki, Rashad Khaled DUA Director(s): Blerta Basholli Starring: Pinea Matoshi, Vl

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