At the 23rd International Film Festival and Forum on Human Rights (FIFDH) in Geneva, the profound film “Mediha” was showcased. Renowned for uniting filmmakers and activists against urgent global challenges, FIFDH believes in the transformative potential of cinema to inspire awareness, fresh ideas, and long-lasting change.
“Mediha” offers a poignant insight into the resilience of a young survivor, as she documents her traumatic journey while her rescuers diligently search for her missing family. With Executive Producer Emma Thompson behind it, this award-winning work by Hasan Oswald beautifully encapsulates the indomitable spirit of humanity.
Following the screening, director Hasan Oswald participated in an illuminating discussion with Clara Sandoval, Director of Programmes at the Global Survivors Fund, and Sandra Orlovic, Transitional Justice Officer at the International Organization for Migration, all under the moderation of Sévane Garibian, a law professor at the Université de Genève (UNIGE).
Mediha premiered at the 23rd FIFDH in Geneva, a festival that champions human rights through cinema. The film tells the inspiring story of a young survivor’s journey, directed by Hasan Oswald and produced by Emma Thompson. Following the screening, a panel discussion involving prominent humanitarian experts further explored the film’s themes.
The screening of “Mediha” at FIFDH highlighted the film’s ability to draw attention to urgent human rights issues through the lens of personal trauma and resilience. It showcased the collaborative spirit of filmmaking in prompting change and the importance of dialogue among experts on such poignant themes.
Original Source: togetherfilms.org
