Events
See some of this year's most engaging debates, talks, and events here. And remember, you'll find even more events under the individual films.
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Martin Krasnik and Omar Shargawi in Conversation
Can we even talk about Gaza? A confrontation in the street sparked a heated debate about media, activism and the limits of public discourse. Now Omar Shargawi and Martin Krasnik meet face to face at CPH:DOX after a preview screening of Shargawi's new film, ‘Palestinian Unwanted' .
Will AI Be Making Our Future Geopolitical Decisions?
Meet the director of 'Intelligence Rising' Elena Andreicheva, co-founder of Faculty AI and main protagonist in the film, Marc Warner, together with author and adviser at Pentagon Nicholas Wright, in a conversation about how we make big decisions in times of war and how AI will impact geopolitical decision making.
Democracy vs. Big Tech: The Battle for Our Digital Future
Meet Denmark's tech ambassador, Anne Marie Engtoft Meldgaard, in conversation with doctor and author Imran Rashid about their work to ensure a better digital future for us all.
Law and litigation as tools in the climate and environmental fight
Can law and litigation be effective tools in the fight for climate and environmental protection? This is what we will explore in an evening at Islands Brygge Kulturhus with the Lynetteholm project and the courtroom as the battleground in focus.
Alcohol, Anarchy & Ethical Responsibility
What happens when an entire country deregulates the alcohol market? Join us for a conversation with Kim Eng, the main source in Cambodian Beer Dreams, Lærke Højgaard Christiansen, professor at DTU in Corporate Social Responsibility, and Maria Koch Aabel, director of Alkohol & Samfund. Moderator: Knud Brix.
Forgotten Allies: Rojava After IS
Do the Kurds have any friends other than the mountains? Meet director Maryam Embrahimi, creator of 'The Phantom Pain of Rojava', in conversation with Joanna Palani, who fought against Islamic State, and Naila Bugyi-Bozo, a former doctor stationed in Rojava. The conversation is moderated by assistant professor of international security Hetav Rojan and revolves around the current political landscape in Rojava.
Science is Not Just for Men: A Conversation About Menopause
Meet the scientist from the film 'Menopause Mystery', Anette Tønnes, senior physician at Rigshospitalet, Pauline Maki, professor at the University of Illinois and Silje Mæland, University of Bergen, in a conversation about the state of menopause research.
Reindeer Can’t Eat Money: A Conversation About Climate and Indigenous Justice
What is the price of justice and who pays the price? Meet Sissel Stormo Holtan, a Sámi reindeer herder from Fosen, climate activist Ella Marie Hætta Isaksen and Jonas Christoffersen, Lawyer in a conversation about indigenous peoples' rights and what the fight for justice in Fosen, Norway, has meant for the Sami people's lives, culture, and relationship with their mountains.
How Do You Provide Humanitarian Aid in Gaza?
Meet the films director, Poh Si Teng, in conversation with Dr. Thaer Ahmad, from the film, and Nadia Hardmann, senior researcher at Human Rights Watch.
All Kids Have the Right to Education: A Screening in Collaboration with Africa Engage
In collaboration with Africa Engage, we are hosting an evening dedicated to all children's right to education. Meet the director behind ‘Out of School’, Hind Bensari, in a conversation about children's rights and the living conditions of many Moroccan children.
Behind the transnational adoption system
Transnational adoption has often been portrayed in the West as a humanitarian solution, but what happens when we look at the systems behind it? Meet moderator and journalist Haena Laura Na Blankholm, Stine Moon Joo Pitney from Forum For Adoption Politics and Louise Kwang, one of the 56 people whose adoption cases have been selected for the South Korean Truth Commission.
Your Algorithm Exploits Your Attention
After the screening of 'Molly vs. The Machines' we discuss how Big Tech has built business models that exploits it's users and how we can hold them accountable. With author prof. Shoshana Zuboff, the films director Marc Silver and psychologist Lotte Rubæk.
#MeToo in the Courtroom – Where Does the Fight Stand Today?
In connection with the screening of the documentary 'Silenced', we invite you to a conversation about the next chapter of the #MeToo movement: What happens when the fight against harassment moves from the streets and social media into the legal system?
Glowing in the Dark: Exploring Ocean Biodiversity with AI
Meet Cornelia Jaspers, senior researcher at the Technical University of Denmark, together with Line Friis Frederiksen, biologist and former researcher for DR's science department, in a conversation about the use of AI in deep-sea research and biodiversity.
The Hidden Processes of Migration Control
What happens behind the scenes in migration control? Come inside Demokrati Garage and gain a rare insight into the mechanisms that normally remain hidden, with Ahlam Chemlali, researcher in migration, Martin Lemberg-Pedersen, associate professor at the Centre for War Studies, and Trine Rask Nielsen, researcher in computer-supported collaboration in asylum systems. The conversation will be moderated by DR tech journalist Marcel Mirzaei-Fard.
Film and panel discussion at BRØK
After a screening of 'The Tingbjerg Experiment', we talk about local neighbourhoods and gentrification.
Activism in America: The Fight for a Better Future
A conversation with the directors of 'Just Look Up' Emma Wall and Betsy Hershey, together with the acitvists from the film, Michael and Maxwell, about living in Trump's USA and why the fight for climate justice is still the foundation for a better future.
The Russian Propaganda Machine and How to Fight Back
Join is in our SOCIETY:CINEMA and learn more about the Russian propaganda machine.
Nuclear power – Yes please or no thanks?
Is nuclear power a necessary solution to the climate crisis, or does it pose risks we can't afford to take? After the screening of 'Fukushima', meet Christian Fromberg, Campaigner at Green Peace in discussion with Ike Houmann Nielsen, deputy chairman at REO about benefits, risks and challenges regarding nuclear power. Moderated by Anders Lund Madsen.
Beyond the War Game: AI, Ethical Dilemmas and Responsibility
Join us in a panel debate about wargaming, ethics and AI, in matters of global security.
What Makes a Scientist?
We screen 'We Are Stardust' in Rundetårn and debate the term Citizen Science.
Palestine in the Media: Perspectives and Responsibilities
After the screening of 'Palestinian Unwanted' you can meet the film's director, Omar Shargawi, in conversation with Anton Geist, editor-in-chief of Information, and Paula Larrain, Senior Advisor at Amnesty International.