Cinema as a tool of resistance

Cinema has long been a powerful medium for resistance, offering a voice against social injustices and reflecting the world’s most pressing issues. This conversation moderated by Diane Marois will explore how film can challenge society, with a special focus on women’s roles in shaping the industry.

This year marks the 85th anniversary of ‘The Great Dictator’, Charlie Chaplin’s iconic film that remains a prophetic mirror of today’s world. His granddaughter Carmen Chaplin will discuss her complex heritage and how it shapes her own cinematic journey. Holly Gilliam, daughter of Terry Gilliam, will share insights from her father’s ‘Brazil’, a critique of societal structures, as well as from her work in independent cinema, including films that portray the lives of real people through her HDG Project. Houda Benyamina, who won the Caméra d’Or at the 2016 Cannes Film Festival, and is known for her powerful, socially engaged storytelling, will talk about how to use fiction for change.

Join these three major figures in female cinema in exploring how film can inspire change and give a voice to those who resist.