That's Democracy

There's this fantastic improv show on WNYC called "The Truth". Headed up by a chap named Jonathan Mitchell, these guys generate a story, usually dark and ironic, and then workshop the hell out of it with their ridiculous

Beyond Revolution – Fighting for Democracy

In Ukraine, they are called the ‘three musketeers’: together, journalists Svitlana Zalishchuk, Serhiy Leshchenko and Mustafa Nayyem are fighting for democracy on the Maidan. When the revolution comes to a head, and Presi

Democracy Under Attack - An Intervention

A completely black background and, before it, a microphone; during this film a total of ten women and men will step up to this microphone. In December 2011, Berlin venue Haus der Kulturen der Welt held a symposium on the

Abortion Democracy: Poland/South Africa

Why are illegal abortions more accessible in Poland than legal ones in South Africa? This documentary feature explores and contrasts changes in Poland and South Africa regarding abortion laws and their impact on the liv

Leunig: How Democracy Actually Works

Political satire on the importance of the electoral vote.

Wukan: The Flame of Democracy

Late in 2011, Wukan, a village in southern China, captured international attention when demonstrators flooded the streets, rebelling against decades of corrupt rule. Despite the hurdles, the unthinkable happened in Wukan

A Good Week for Democracy

A sharp, humorous examination of Almedalen Week in the Gotland province of Sweden, an annual event where thousands of politicians, lobbyists, and citizens gather for the ultimate showcase of political theater.

100 Times Reproduction of Democracy

In 2013, the director was hired to produce a short film on the causes and treatment of osteoarthritis among the elderly, yet the award-winning film was soon embroiled in an unexpected copyright controversy with the commi

Ukraine: From Democracy to Chaos

In 2004, the Orange Revolution saw off Victor Yanukovych's fraudulent bid for power. Ex-businesswoman Yulia Tymoshenko emerged as the muse of the revolution, determined to exorcise the spectre of Russia from Ukrainian po

Preserving Democracy: Pursuing a More Perfect Union

Reviewing the pursuit of democracy within the U.S. on the anniversary of the 2021 Capitol riot.

He Ran Against Democracy

The suicide of a small town mayor is investigated in the wake of sweeping political reforms.

African Democracy/Hopes and Challenges

After more than a decade of interviews and research, this documentary film “African Democracy: Hopes and Challenges” offers an expansive examination of the development of democracy in select countries on the world’s seco

Revolution of Light, Defending Democracy

The Lost Signal of Democracy

It was an unprecedented occurrence in world history. Nowhere and never in well-governed democratic states, had the public broadcaster been silenced in such a manner that was characterized as "autocratic" and “undemocrati

Aftershocks: The Rough Guide to Democracy

Aftershocks is about the transformation of the Welfare State into an ally of the Corporation. It examines the acquisition and displacement of two earthquake-affected villages for lignite mining and power generation. It p

Encirclement - Neo-Liberalism Ensnares Democracy

Using the reflections and analysis of many renowned intellectuals, this documentary draws a portrait of neoliberal ideology and examines the various mechanisms used to impose its dictates throughout the world.

Democracy on Trial: The Morgentaler Affair

Paul Cowan's film captures the spirit of the legal battle over abortion waged by Dr. Henry Morgentaler in Quebec and in federal courts between 1970 and 1976. Using a combination of newsreel footage, interviews and re-ena

Spain, from dictatorship to democracy

The death of the dictator Francisco Franco on November 20, 1975 changed the course of Spanish history. The Franco dictatorship gave way to the democratic transition. This special documentary for 20N tells the story of th

melih gökçek and democracy

a referendum example for gezi park

The Choice - The Risks of Web Democracy

Italy’s biggest political party, the Five Star Movement, promotes direct democracy through internet voting. Five Star Movement uses a digital platform named Rousseau, that allows Movement’s members to vote online and exp