Standby + Shorts
SUNDAY, 19 APRIL 2026
20:00 / 8PM
This screening session includes 1 feature film + 2 short films (approximately 90 minutes, original versions with English subtitles).
@ Velvet Room, Alpacastraat 29, 9000 Gent.
Tickets are FREE and include a free drink at the Velvet Room bar afterwards.

Bits & Pieces (Belgium) by Laura De Baudringhien
Lost in contemplation, George De Baudringhien wanders through his childhood home for the very last time — once again — searching for a way to leave his entire existence behind.
Running time: 00:03:00

Shepherd Boy (Portugal, Qatar) by Joao Queiroga
Left to fend for himself on the outskirts of Doha, a dog named Shepherd Boy must navigate the harsh desert that has become his new home in a fight for survival. This documentary unveils a hidden side of Qatar, shedding light on the lives of those marginalized and pushed aside by society, both literally and metaphorically.
Running time: 00:17:25

Standby (Belgium) by Daphne van den Blink
On board the navy ship Louise-Marie, a new group of sailors is confronted with the challenges of this seafaring micro-society. "Standby" portrays the journey of four young adults during a crucial NATO training where they experience what it means to be on standby every single day.
Running time: 01:10:00

