Documentary: UNAFF presents Democracy Under Siege (Belgium/Luxembourg)

Using the sharp wit and insightful art of Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist Ann Telnaes the film explores the challenges facing US democracy. It connects present-day crises with their roots in American history via commentary with political observers who explore executive overreach, a crisis in judicial ethics, and a media environment saturated with disinformation, as the country grapples with fundamental challenges that transcend individual presidencies and increased fears of an actual authoritarian takeover.

Acclaimed editorial cartoonist Ann Telnaes (formerly of The Washington Post) offers a razor sharp critique of political hypocrisy as top American political commentators confront viewers with urgent questions about the future of American governance featuring Heather Cox Richardson, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Steven Levitsky, Melissa Murray, Elie Mystal, Gowri Ramachandran, Ann Telnaes and Matt Wuerker.

Quote from the film: "The question is why do people follow authoritarians?"

Moderated by Jasmina Bojic, Founder and Executive Director of the International Documentary Film Festival UNAFF, this 90-minute film from Belgium/Luxembourg was directed by Laura Nix. Watch the trailer here.

Registration is not required but enables a reminder email the day before.