This year, the RIGA IFF program features several films that have won awards in the most prestigious film festivals and been chosen as submissions for the Academy Awards in the “Best Foreign Film” category. As we approach the awards season, this selection of films offers an opportunity to delve into the latest and most pertinent trends of international cinema, showcasing works that are regarded as early frontrunners and are truly deserving of contention for the most prestigious honors in the world of filmmaking.