Created for teenagers, the DOCU/YOUTH programme opens the door to documentaries that address issues close to young audiences, distinguished by honesty and drive.
Curated by Olga Sydorushkina, this year’s line‑up includes Ivan Vescovo’s feature film 3000 km by Bike and a set of short films from the international Docs4Teens network, all reflecting the struggles and adventures of finding oneself.
Among the Docs4Teens selection is Voy by German director Kilian Armando Friedrich — the story of young footballer Jannick, who is gradually losing his sight but not his passion for the game, joining a team of visually impaired players. His confidence, dignity, and love of sport are truly inspiring.
Another passion is explored in the Polish film Jump! by Michał Cysewski, about Magda, a girl whose dream of riding horses is thwarted by the high cost of lessons. Instead, she discovers hobby‑horsing — jumping with a wooden stick topped by a horse’s head. Behind this seemingly childlike game lies real competition, demanding training and courage.
A different film about character and unusual sport is Tough Moves by Jakob Michal, following 13‑year‑old Arminius, who practices chessboxing — a discipline combining concentration at the chessboard with intense physical effort in the boxing ring. He must also balance life at home, where his father is his strict boxing coach. 
The final film in the selection, All the Colours of Youth by Agnieszka Kalinska, an intimate documentary built on conversations with teenagers. It captures the voices of young people navigating social media, pressure, anxiety, and the longing for acceptance — a heartfelt portrait of youth today.
