European Filmmakers' Response to President Trump's Second Term
European filmmakers and cultural institutions are positioning themselves as global defenders of progressive values in response to the second term of President Trump, with hopes that Europe will become a haven for progressive cinema.
Key Points
- European Film Awards set for Dec. 7 in Lucerne, Switzerland may raise voices against Trump and the far right
- Göteborg Film Festival in 2025 to feature a special section on civil resistance and disobedience
- European industry faces challenges as right-wing extremism gains ground
Pros
- European filmmakers are advocating for democracy, human rights, and freedom of speech in response to the rise of right-wing extremism
- Europe may become a more welcoming environment for progressive cinema compared to the U.S.
Cons
- Europe's film industry is heavily dependent on state subsidies, which may be at risk due to the rise of right-wing governments across the continent