The Act of Filming – Reflections on Cinema and Politics

Early on in the development of the medium of film, in addition to its artistic value, also its political potential was recognized. Whether for the dissemination and implementation of certain ideologies, subversion of established political systems, the formation of a collective identity or a place for social discourse – the possibilities for using the medium on the political battlefield are manifold.

The series presents ten films that discuss the relationship between cinema and politics and the related questions of social and artistic responsibility, representation, dangers and effectiveness in a self-reflexive manner, finding new forms of artistic and political expression.

Screenings that were originally planned for March and April, had to be cancelled due to our pandemic-related closure. In June, we will now screen some of these films in line with the social distancing requirements.