“Resilient Roots” Migration and Identity in Cinema

“Resilient Roots” How can cinema provide a platform for communities to share their stories, challenge dominant narratives, and offer a more nuanced understanding of race, migration, and culture? The theme of this third screening is based on how does the experience of moving between worlds—whether by choice or by necessity—shape an individual's sense of belonging, identity, and culture? Films like Burnt Milk (2023) by Joseph Douglas Elmhirs and NEGRA (2020) by Medhin Tewolde explore these complex issues from different geographical and cultural perspectives. Together, these films offer powerful meditations on race, migration, cultural practices, and the personal journey of self-discovery.