Cinema-Conversation: “Ma traversée”

This documentary is a testament to the power of storytelling, artistic creation and documentary filmmaking as a means of raising awareness, sparking much-needed conversations and mobilizing for a more peaceful and inclusive world. The film's starting point is a police assault on the director. This event triggers a profound reflection, revealing the systemic violence suffered by racialized people in Western societies. The film denounces these injustices while exploring their psychological and identity-related impacts.

Event schedule:
– Welcoming (15 min)
– Screening of the documentary "Ma traversée" (52 min)
– Discussion / Roundtable on the following themes: Systemic violence and colonial memory; rebuilding through art; decolonizing narratives; and promoting social peace (45 to 60 min). The director and guests will be present.
– Closing (10 to 15 min)