Nederlands Filmhuis Denhaag

Roos Spruijt, Ömer Akgün, Ruben van Rijn

ROOTS 3: making a difference

ROOTS 3 includes 'Prullenpaleis' by Roos Spruijt, 'Tomatensoep' by Ömer Akgün and 'Kleur Bekennen' by Ruben van Rijn.

What does it mean to speak up, take a stand or challenge the world around us? Through the eyes of young people, artists and cultural institutions, these films explore different forms of resistance, activism and self-expression. From everyday frustrations to creative acts of rebellion, they reveal how change can begin with questioning the status quo.

Prullenpaleis – Roos Spruijt

Around a trash can in a community centre, Jayden, Nour and Kian exchange thoughts on climate change, cultural differences and their hopes for the future. As they take us into their personal worlds, their conversations reveal the dreams, frustrations and challenges that shape their everyday lives.

Tomatensoep – Ömer Akgün

Twelve-year-old Nora plans to draw attention to the climate crisis by throwing tomato soup at a rediscovered painting from the Hague School. But as she discovers the work of 19th-century painter Matthijs Otten, whose tranquil landscapes resisted the industrialisation of his time, her understanding of art, protest and activism begins to shift.

Kleur Bekennen – Ruben van Rijn

In a world where algorithms increasingly dictate what we listen to, pop venue PAARD sets out to challenge the established order with a bold new programme. Rejecting the conventions of big tech, its campaign embraces friction, protest and unapologetically vibrant colours as a form of cultural rebellion.

After the screenings, join us for a Q&A with the filmmakers. And don't forget to cast your vote for the ROOTS Audience Award!

Regisseur Roos Spruijt, Ömer Akgün, Ruben van Rijn
Cast N/A
Land Nederland
Taal Various
Ondertiteling Engels
Speelduur 31 min
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