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What's Happening?
The International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam (IDFA) will honor Portuguese filmmaker Susana de Sousa Dias in its 2025 edition, highlighting her work on dictatorship and colonial legacies. The festival will also feature the Dead Angle program, focusing on institutional structures, and the IDFA DocLab, exploring the theme 'Off the Internet.' The event will showcase films that examine the role of institutions and the impact of technology on connectivity.
Why It's Important?
IDFA's focus on institutional themes and the impact of technology reflects broader societal concerns about governance and digital connectivity. By spotlighting these issues, the festival encourages critical reflection on how institutions shape society and the paradox of technology as both a connector and a divider. This thematic exploration could influence future documentary filmmaking and public discourse on these pressing topics.
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