DOCUMENTARY | 52 MINS | 2024 | FRANCE | DIR: KATIA GUIRAGOSSIAN | M | FRENCH WITH ENGLISH SUBTITLES

Missak and Mélinée Manouchian is an emotional documentary that traces the remarkable journey of two Armenian genocide survivors who became leading figures in the French Resistance. Through the voice of their great-niece Katia, the film follows a pilgrimage in the footsteps of Missak and Mélinée Manouchian, revealing their extraordinary lives and contributions. This poignant narrative uncovers their resilience and bravery, offering a profound exploration of their legacy and the impact they had on French history.

On 21 February 2024, in commemoration of the 80th anniversary of their execution, Missak and Mélinée Manouchian were entombed in the Pantheon of France.

Screening with this film are two short documentaries: ANZAC and Armenia: The Gallipoli Landing 110 Years On and I Spread My Wings

ANZAC and Armenia: The Gallipoli Landing 110 Years On

Celebrating one of Australia's greatest humanitarian movements to emerge from the Great War - to aid the Armenian survivors of the genocide. The film highlights the role of Australian soldiers in protecting refugees and also addresses the Australian War Memorial's silence on the Armenian Genocide.

Documentary | 23 min | 2025 | Australia | Dir: Prof Bruce Scates | M | English

I Spread My Wings

Tracing the extraordinary journey of the famous Armenian gymnast, three-time Olympic champion Albert Azaryan, a blacksmith’s apprentice from Vanadzor who soared to Olympic glory. Through rare archival footage and present-day glimpses, the film reveals how a somersault changed his fate, forging the legend behind the iconic Azaryan Cross—and the soul of a true champion.

Documentary | 18 min | 2023 | Armenia | M | Dir: Sona Saribekyan | Armenian