Coronavirus
The pandemic has shown us, that we learn and and have to live a new form of solidarity. If we see multiperspectives, it will open ourself to understand other cultures and to feel empathy for other people. Watch films we are collecting from all over the world, which are worthy to be seen.
We acknowledged and understood that the pandemic was a pivotal point in human history, which we wanted to document and archive, not only for the next, but also future generations. Always aiming to cross the cultural barrier, we hope to broaden people’s horizons and encourage them to start to think how we can contribute to make a better world.
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Films from verifiable sources.
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Creative Films from directors around the world.
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Unified Filmmakers Talks
In the Unified Filmmakers Talks, we had the pleasure to weekly invite fellow filmmakers from around the world to discuss the state of the film industry before, during and after the pandemic.
China: From Outbreak to Containment
The epicenter of the outbreak has been in one of the most populated regions on the planet. Around half a billion people in China have been affected by lockdown measures to contain the Covid-19 pandemic. As of June 2021, a billon doses of vaccines have been administered - China's containment of the pandemic is seemingly considered a success. See this collection of videos to witness the evolution from outbreak to containment.
Coronavirus' Economic Impact
Covid-19 has not only caused a global pandemic and public health crisis, it has also severely affected unemployment, the service sector, households' purchasing power and food prices. This collection explores the Covid-19 pandemic-induced global economic crisis.
COVID-19 Impact on the Environment
How has the Covid-19 pandemic influenced our environment? The global standstill and slowdown of economic activities has brought about several effects on the environment and climate: from improved air quality to reduced greenhouse gas emissions and water pollution. Have a look at this collection of videos that explores the intricate interrelations between society and the environment.
Africa: Covid-19 Stories From The African Continent
As the last continent to be hit by the pandemic, Africa was distinct from the other continents that have experienced Covid-19. This collection attests to the local realities, misconceptions and challenges on the African continent amidst the pandemic.
Vaccination Debate
Europe
Climate Change In North America
North America has more capacity to adapt to climate change than most other continents. ... Coastal development and pollution will interact with climate change impacts to stress coastal communities and habitats. Storm impacts are likely to be more severe, thanks to rising sea levels, along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts.
Mental Health
Artists in Need
With the shutting down of public spaces to slow the spread of Covid-19, artists, performers and cultural organizations were deeply impacted by the pandemic. Have a glimpse into the stories that showcase their hopes and fears.
Domestic Violence
The measures implemented to combat the Covid-19 pandemic forced victims to be confined at home with their abusers, whilst being cut-off from support systems like school, work or church. See these videos to understand more about the plight of domestic violence during this pandemic.
Covid-19-Whistleblowers
Some people risked their career, livelihood and personal safety to publicly expose harms, abuses and serious wrongdoings during the Covid-19 crisis. In this collection of videos, you will learn more about whistleblowers who put their own lives on the line to protect others during this pandemic.
North America
Covid in Shanghai 2022
2021
Coronavirus: U.S. Hits Daily Average Of 100,000 Hospitalizations
United States | Report | 31.08.2021
The Global Spread of the Highly Contagious Delta Variant of Covid-19
Indonesia | Report | 30.06.2021
India’s Covid Disaster: Pandemic Spreading Through Urban And Rural Areas
India | Report | 28.04.2021
Brazil’s Covid-19 Catastrophe May Threaten World As New Variant Spreads
Brazil | Report | 06.04.2021
How Are The Pfizer And Moderna COVID-19 Vaccines Different?
United States | Educational | 17.12.2020
The 2020 Song – A Year In Review We Didn’t Start The Fire Parody
United States | Parody | 16.12.2020
COVID-19 In Bangladesh: Will Government Aid Reach the Poor in Time?
Bangladesh | Report | 21.10.2020
COVID-19 in Malaysia: Can the New Poor Cope in the Post-Pandemic Era?
Malaysia | Report | 10.10.2020
COVID-19 in Philippines: The Starving Urban Poor. What Went Wrong?
Philippines | Report | 16.09.2020
No Spitting in Public Places #IndiaFightsCorona
India | Educational, Social Advertising | 21.08.2020
Can You Catch COVID-19 Twice? How Long Does Immunity Last?
United Kingdom | Educational | 14.08.2020
This Colombian City Is More Worried About Starvation Than Coronavirus
Colombia | Report | 15.07.2020
David Beckingham – Plastic Wings (feat. Emily Chessa of Ballet BC)
Canada | Music Video | 30.06.2020
Making a Movie in Quarantine – How to Make a Shortfilm by Yourself
United States | Vlog | 02.05.2020
Before and After Coronavirus As humans Lockdown, The Planet’s Air Clears
China | Report | 20.04.2020
The Beginning
What happened from the first reports of pneumonia cases in Wuhan in December 2019 to the spread of the virus to nearly every country? What happened in these crucial first months? This video collection intends to retrace the early days if the pandemic.
Conspiracy Theories
From a human-made virus manufactured in a Chinese laboratory to Bill Gates' secret plot to rule the world - online misinformation and conspiracist narratives were on the rise since the beginning of the outbreak. These videos explore everything you need to know about the most prominent conspiracy theories during the pandemic.
COVID-19 Or Starvation?
While many feared the impact of the pandemic, others still had to fight against the danger of starvation. Have a look at this collection of videos showcasing the situation of those harshly affected by this pandemic.
COVID-19 In Bangladesh: Will Government Aid Reach the Poor in Time?
Bangladesh | Report | 21.10.2020
COVID-19 in Malaysia: Can the New Poor Cope in the Post-Pandemic Era?
Malaysia | Report | 10.10.2020
COVID-19 in Philippines: The Starving Urban Poor. What Went Wrong?
Philippines | Report | 16.09.2020
Religion
How has the pandemic affected religious practices from all around the world? What changes did the virus bring on? Have a look to know more.
Back To "Normal"?
What will the end of the pandemic look like? Will we ever go back to "normal"? This collection of videos attests to what a "post-covid" world might look like.
Corona Awareness
Can you catch Covid twice? How does the virus spread outdoors? This collection of creative works and media reports contributed to the understanding of the virus, its prevention methods and ways of transmission.
Australia
Covid-19 Billionaire
Refugee Camps Under Lockdown
People in refugee camps in Syria, Lebanon and Bangladesh faced a heightened risk of infection due to more densely populated living conditions and the limited capacity for providing medical care. Have a look at this collection to know more.
Confined Education
The Covid-19 pandemic forced an unprecedented global shutdown that closed schools, universities and daycare centers for months. This collection of videos explores how these months of homeschooling and absence of classroom-based education have affected students and parents from all over the world.
Children Under Covid Pandemic
Covid pandemic seems never come to an end, the younger generation has been suffered a lot from it.
Delta Variant
Coping Through Humor & Creativity
Beyond the number of deaths and the economic impact of the pandemic, humor and creativity were two of the most frequent and widely used strategies to soften grief, make sense of the situation and adapt to it. Here we collect creative and comedic expressions that contributed to making the day-to-day more bearable and lighten the mood.
COVID-19 Variants
All viruses change over time. Since the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic, the SARS-Cov-2 coronavirus that causes Covid-19 has mutated, resulting in different variants of the virus around the world. Are people more at risk of getting sick? Which variants exist and where? Will the vaccines still work? Have a look at this collection in order to know more.
Unified Filmmakers Talks
In the Unified Filmmakers Talks, we had the pleasure to weekly invite fellow filmmakers from around the world to discuss the state of the film industry before, during and after the pandemic.
The Science Behind Covid-19
How does Covid-19 affect the brain? What are the disease's origin? Is there a "natural immunity" to the virus? This collection will help you understand the virus from a scientific point of view by exploring the latest scientific research on the topic.
Climate Change & Pandemic
Climate Migration
Climate change and related extreme weather events have been shown to cause human migration around the globe.
Empty Cities of the World
Have a look at this collection of footage of ghost towns during the lockdown.
Interpersonal Relationships
From neighborly love to rays of hope from home - this collection attests to the hopefulness and solidarity that rose during these difficult times.
New Zealand
Stigma and Discrimination During Covid-19
From Anti-Asian Racism, stigma against recovered patients and discrimination against vulnerable people - the pandemic has enhanced and reinforced a wave of racism and stigmatization all around the world. Have a look at this collection to know more.
India: COVID-19 Disaster
India's second wave of the pandemic has exposed the shortages of the healthcare system, leaving hospitals in need for oxygen and cremation sites desperately running out of space. Have a look at this collection to learn more about India's Covid disaster.
Reality: What Is Happening?
We know it’s happening, and we know why: carbon pollution from fossil fuels is warming our planet and throwing natural systems out of balance. You don’t have to look far to see the results. Hotter temperatures, extreme weathers, rising sea levels, and so much more, threatening the health of our families and the future we pass on to generations to come.
2020: A Year in Review
The Covid-19 outbreak is one of the many events that have made 2020 a year of tumultuous, world-changing and momentous change. Take a look back on the unprecedented events that defined this paradigm-shifting year.
Asia: How Covid-19 Changed the Asian Continent
As the first area of the world hit by the outbreak, the Asian continent underwent momentous shifts. While some areas weathered the storm relatively well, others faced the world's highest confirmed Covid-19 cases. Have a glimpse into the voices and views from within the continent.
Vaccines: Scientific Milestone in the Fight Against Covid-19
From biotech companies to RNA and efficacy rates: have a look at this collection of videos explaining everything you need to know about vaccines.
Unified Filmmakers Special Screenings
In the "Special Screenings" series, we weekly shared unique films that resonated with the highlighted theme from our festival through their lightheartedness, originality or humor. This year's festival topic was the Coronavirus pandemic - have a look at these works that were very near and dear to our team's hearts.
Latin America
Healthcare Heroes
Nurses, Doctors, Exhaustion and Intensive Care Units. Here is everything you need to know about healthcare workers, healthcare crises and hospitals from all over the world during the pandemic.
Masks
The social conventions and day-to-day meanings of wearing a face mask have deeply changed since the pandemic. Have a look at this collection to understand how we came to incorporate this COVID-era habit into our lives.
Middle East And North Africa
Brazil's Covid-19 Catastrophe
Bolsonaro's "genocidal" Covid response has drifted Brazilians into catastrophe. Have a look at this collection of videos to understand more about the situation in Brazil.
Unified Filmmakers Festival Submissions
In the 2021 edition of our Unified Filmmakers Festival, we called filmmakers from all over the world to tell us how Covid-19 affected their lives. More than 500 filmmakers from over 47 countries told us their story about the pandemic. Have a look at these cinematic portrayals of a pandemic that changed the world.
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