The graduation film kus kus beng beng by Ollie Launspach (class of 2025) has been selected for the IDFA Competition for Short Documentary. The International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam (IDFA) announced the first titles of the 38th edition this week. This gives the film an international platform.

In kus kus beng beng, a love portrait made from home videos, photos, diaries, audio recordings and interviews, director Ollie Launspach explores the impact of his transition on his girlfriend Sterre Mulder. While he tries to understand her emotional world, the chaos in his own mind slowly emerges.

The short documentary competition emphasizes the versatility of the genre, with makers who use creativity and imagination to push the boundaries of the form. According to IDFA, the selection reflects a wide range of styles and themes, created by directors with a distinctive artistic vision.