What does it mean to reclaim identity through cinema? How do filmmakers use the act of storytelling to bridge the gaps between cultural memory, marginalisation, and the dislocation of personal heritage? This panel brings together a diverse group of creators who explore the nuances of cultural heritage, memory, and the deep impacts of being separated from homelands. Panellists will also discuss how, in reclaiming these stories, they confront the realities of displacement – from the painful exile of Tibetan communities, to the dislocation of Indigenous voices from the land, or the loss of cultural identity in rapidly changing modern landscapes. By examining the intersections of personal narratives and broader political contexts, the conversation aims to illuminate the power of film in challenging societal norms and advocating for justice.
