Today's film selection takes us on a journey of discovery, exploring our roots and the crossroads of cultures, and uncovering the secrets of the Baltic Sea's depths. There will also be an opportunity to chat with the favourite actor of the Coen brothers.

Meet the Filmmaker: Tim Blake Nelson at 13:00 Apollo Kino Plaza to gain insight into the creative world of this versatile filmmaker. Nelson has appeared in over a hundred films and TV series, and has directed six films. He gained wider recognition for his role in the Coen brothers' O Brother, Where Art Thou? During the discussion, Nelson will talk about his work as an actor and director. The session will be moderated by Kristjan Gold.

In the evening, audiences can experience Nelson’s directorial style on the big screen. The Life and Death of Wilson Shedd (19.30 at Apollo Kino Plaza) tells the story of Karen (played by Amanda Seyfried), a creative writing teacher in an Oklahoma prison whose life is poisoned by an abusive relationship. In prison, she forms a bond with Wilson Shedd, a death-row inmate trying to come to terms with his past through writing. The director will attend.

A journey back to one’s roots sets something completely unexpected in motion

Some questions stay with a person for their whole life. Take, for example, the question, 'Where do I come from?'. In the film Lost and Found: Thirty Years, Not Together (screening at 18:00 Apollo Kino Plaza), a woman who was adopted from Romania and brought up in Canada, embarks on a journey to discover her roots, only to uncover a web of lies.

Director Laurentiu Garofeanu followed her eight-year search across three countries. When another adoptee contacts Garofeanu, a broader picture emerges of unregistered births and forged documents. The director and lead actress, Jessi Froud, will attend the World premiere on Wednesday.

The film Tingatinga Between Two Homes (20.30 at Apollo Kino Plaza) tells the heartwarming story of a cultural crossing. Daniel is a Tanzanian artist living in China whose days are filled with colourful murals. When he returns to his homeland for a wedding, he realises that he can truly have two homes. Director Yong Zhang will also attend.

Norway, the Baltic Sea and laughter. Wednesday’s film highlights:

• Low Expectations (18:00 at the Electric Cinema in Tartu and 19:00 at the Apollo Kino Plaza). The career of a promising musician comes to a halt due to mental health issues, and she returns to her hometown to rebuild her life. Starring in the lead role is a Norwegian pop star Marie Ulven, also known as Girl in Red. Eivind Landsvik’s debut film premiered at Cannes.
• Baltic UXO (20.45, at Apollo Kino Plaza). After the World Wars, around 1.6 million tonnes of munitions were dumped in the Baltic and North Seas. This poetic documentary explores how explosives and untamed nature coexist. Director Alexander Belinski will attend.
• Don’t miss out on the short films! On Wednesday, the PÖFF Shorts competition programmes and Estonian short films will be screened, along with Late Night Love, which explores romance and sexuality. The day will finish with a treat: Black Nights Comedy (21.30 at Apollo Kino Tasku in Tartu).