As topographies of movement, CROSSINGS examines the multiplicity of borders in their ever-changing nature not only geo-politically but technologically, socially and emotionally. Displacement turns the body into a crossroad which represents the essence of criminalising experiences of forced migration. It forces these experiences to be marginalized in private and public spaces, as border surveillance and data control increase and bodies internalize those barriers.
In this current turbulent political climate, CROSSINGS highlights the importance of film as a vehicle to humanise discourses on migration. Trauma, escapism, resilience and activism are all transformed into an ode to community and life.
CROSSINGS is part of an ongoing campaign denouncing border violence and advocating for safe passages in Europe. The screening will be followed by a panel discussion featuring filmmakers, activists and young people that have participated in the campaigning programme in preparation for this event.
This event is produced by Pixida Films, in collaboration with Migrants’ Rights Network and with the curatorial support of Girls in Film. It is supported by the Platform programme of Cinema for All, a BFI awarding fund from the National Lottery.
Find out more about the films that will be screening here