What is Europe? And does history, with all its nightmares, have to repeat itself over and over again?

Europe, the “woman with the wide vision” from Greek mythology, is challenged today as never before. Swiss director Vadim Jendreyko makes his way through the continent, following in the footsteps of its turbulent past. In the course of his journey, he meets a wide variety of people, listens to their stories and songs. He delves into dark chapters of the distant and recent past in order to capture the rays of hope that give rise to hope. These are surprising encounters, far removed from the polarizing political noise, which open up new perspectives. Whether conductor or general, bird researcher or geologist - from Athens, the birthplace of democracy, to the Norwegian Arctic Ocean, this personal essay film captures the most diverse voices and nuances. In the end, they form a polyphonic chorus that speaks of tolerance and confidence in a common future.

Prior to the film, scholars from the University of Fribourg and the director will discuss key themes of the film and their relevance in the scientific and social debate regarding contemporary Europe.

Program

17:15 Discussion with Vadim Jendreyko (director), Franziska Zaugg (Contemporary History), Christina Späti (Contemporary History), Jan Matti Dollbaum (Eastern European Studies) - Moderation: Natasha Wunsch (European Studies)
Followed by the film The Song of Others - A Search for Europe

Location: Cinema Rex, Fribourg

Admission: 12.- students / 17.- normal price

Language: The film will be shown in the original language with German and French subtitles.