Ökozid
(Ecocide)
by Andres Veiel
Western Germany 2020, 90’
Starring Friederike Becht, Nina Kunzendorf, Brenda Turner, Ulrich Tukur

Original version with Italian subtitles. Free entry.

In 2034, representatives from various countries hit by environmental disasters accuse Germany of failing to meet its emission reduction commitments, contributing to irreversible damage.

The film blends historical events with hypothetical legal scenarios, examining political and industrial responsibilities toward the planet. Veiel creates a provocative and timely work, merging fiction with reality to confront the most urgent global challenge.

Ökozid is a compelling warning, urging reflection on the urgency of climate action and collective responsibility.

La Deutsche Vita: A Journey Through German Cinema

This year, the film series celebrates the 80th anniversary of Rainer Werner Fassbinder, a pioneer of New German Cinema. His fearless storytelling exposed societal hypocrisy, power dynamics, and human contradictions. A tribute screening of Mother Küsters Goes to Heaven highlights themes of class, family, and postwar struggles. The program also explores memory, war, justice, and women’s roles, with motherhood symbolizing resilience amid today’s crises.

In Collaboration With:
Città di Palermo – Assessorato alla Cultura
Centro Evangelico di Cultura Giacomo Bonelli
Sicilia Queer Filmfest