Event

As Viktor Orbán dismantles Hungary’s democratic institutions, three women — a journalist, a politician, and a nurse — work tirelessly to fight for their country’s soul in Democracy Noir, a chilling expose of far-right nationalism and an inspirational beacon of resistance. After the screening, director Connie Field will discuss the making of the film and what drew her to the subject of the grassroots fight for democracy in Hungary.

"Field is careful not to slip into sloganeering and preaching to the choir. The film is most effective as a foreshadowing of the future we are heading toward in our own country with shocking parallels between Trump’s statements and actions and Orbán’s."- Michael Fox, KQED

About the Director

Academy Award-nominated and Emmy-winning director Connie Field is a pioneering social documentary filmmaker. Before getting involved in film she worked as an organizer in many social and human rights organizations where she established her commitment to progressive social change which she has carried into her film career. Many of her films focus on hidden histories, stories that had not been told before which should be an important part of our collective memories.

Details

• Monday, June 9, 10–noon
• 1995 University Ave., Berkeley (the suite number will be shared at a later date.)
• Doors open at 9:30 AM
• This is an in-person-only event

Cost

• $20 for OLLI @Berkeley members (all types)
• $40 for non-members

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About Summer Shorts

Summer Shorts are one-time events open to OLLI @Berkeley members and non-members. Each Short features acclaimed speakers discussing issues impacting the state of our country, Constitution, and shared humanity.

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