Premiere of the documentary Open: Focus on democracy!

Premiere of the documentary Open: Focus on democracy!

In the category film in Lauterbach, the documentary “Open” was presented in front of around 80 spectators, whereby the focus was on democracy for young people. This premiere was not only a cinematic performance, but also a platform on which the young spectators could share their experiences and perspectives. When the film was presented, central questions such as: "What does democracy mean for me?" And "How does democracy show up in my everyday life?" answered.

The premiere was a joint project of several institutions, including the Documentary Working Group, the youth welfare office of the Vogelsbergkreis, the association "Hoch9" and the program "Live Democracy!". This cooperation aims to promote the commitment of young people for democratic education. In the film, 15 members of the district youth parliament (KJP) Vogelsberg look at their ideas and experiences in relation to democratic values.

visit the director David Bernet

A special guest of the evening was David Bernet, a renowned director, known for his film "Democracy - in the intoxication of the data". He showed his film as part of the program after the premiere of "Open" and was then available for questions. Bernet's works deal intensively with the role of data in democracy, which the audience particularly captivated.

After the idea of ​​"Open up" there was a lively discussion in which many guests praised the excellent work of the MPs of the district youth parliament. Accordingly, they encouraged the young filmmakers to show the film in schools in order to further increase interest in democratic topics.

The premiere initially represents a degree in the KJPS project, but remains an important part of future events. The film could play a central role in the new elections of the KJP in 2025 and help to sensitize a younger generation to democracy.

The event reflected the commitment of the Vogelsberg district to promote discussions about democracy and to actively involve young people in dialogue, an approach that is particularly important in today's society. The combination of filmic representation and actor podium not only encourages reflection on democratic values, but also creates a sustainable platform for the exchange of ideas and experiences.

The premiere of "Open up" shows in an impressive way how important it is that young people receive a voice in the democratic discussion and actively bring their perspectives into the design of our society. It remains to be seen how the audience will react to the further spread of the film and whether it is actually integrated into the school context in order to sensitize the next generation to the importance of democracy, as www.fuldaerzeitung.de reports .