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.

Institutional

Films from verifiable sources.

Filmmaker

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.

Latin America

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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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.

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.

Empty Cities of the World

Have a look at this collection of footage of ghost towns during the lockdown.

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.

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.

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.

Climate Migration

Climate change and related extreme weather events have been shown to cause human migration around the globe.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Have we missed a great film?
Didn't pay attention to an important statement online?

Then by all means please send us a link to a Covid-19-related film (e.g. YouTube, Vimeo). We will review each film and then include the best ones into the Media Library.

If you want to send us a downloadable link (WeTransfer, Google Drive) of your own Covid-19-related film, please include a statement of approval that we may incorporate it into the Media Library.

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