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“CAN CINEMA SAVE THE WORLD?”, a film by Serge Nagels & Philippe Reynaert
Screening at the Wallonie-Bruxelles Center of the new film by Serge Nagels & Philippe Reynaert as part of the 2026 Documentary Film Month
Centre Wallonie-Bruxelles (Paris 4th)
About
For two years, Serge Nagels and Philippe Reynaert traveled to the festivals of Liège and Carcassonne to ask an essential question to those who make cinema: “Can cinema still save the world?”
Costa-Gavras, Robert Guédiguian, Maria de Medeiros, Stéphane Brizé, Thierry Michel, and many other committed voices share their reflections on the role of cinema in the face of the democratic, social, and environmental challenges of our time.
(2005 – Belgium – 1h05)
Distribution & Production
- Directed by: Serge Nagels. Interviews: Philippe Reynaert. Voice-over: Déborah François. Participants: Costa-Gavras, Maria de Medeiros, Robert Guédiguian, Stéphane Brizé, Gilles Perret, Pierre Schoeler, Denis Freyd, Thierry Michel.
- Production: Image Création in collaboration with the International Political Film Festival of Carcassonne, the International Politik Film Encounters of Liège, and crowdfunding.
Our take on this event
Forget mindless blockbusters for a moment and dive into a thought-provoking exploration of cinema's true influence. Through candid conversations with iconic directors, this documentary examines whether film can truly act as a catalyst for social and environmental change.
On Monday, November 30, 2026, the Centre Wallonie-Bruxelles presents the documentary "LE CINÉMA PEUT-IL SAUVER LE MONDE ?" (Can Cinema Save the World?). Directed by Serge Nagels and Philippe Reynaert, the film investigates the impact of cinema on today's social, democratic, and environmental crises through interviews with prominent filmmakers like Costa-Gavras and Maria de Medeiros. Lasting from 20:00 to 21:20, this event is priced at 5€ or 3€ and is fully wheelchair accessible. It offers a unique opportunity for audiences to reflect on the political responsibility of the film industry within the heart of the 4th arrondissement.
This screening on November 30, 2026, invites viewers to explore a critical question: how can cinema address the complex challenges of the modern world? Serge Nagels and Philippe Reynaert spent two years gathering insights from film festivals in Liège and Carcassonne, resulting in a documentary that examines the intersection of art and activism. The film features a series of thoughtful interviews with renowned directors and actors, such as Robert Guédiguian, Stéphane Brizé, Thierry Michel, Gilles Perret, Pierre Schoeler, and Denis Freyd, with voice-over narration by Déborah François.
The project, produced by Image Création in partnership with international film festivals, serves as a testament to the power of committed storytelling. Whether you are a film buff or interested in social issues, this screening provides a vital platform for discussion.
The event takes place at the Centre Wallonie-Bruxelles, 46 rue Quincampoix. The venue is wheelchair accessible. Tickets are available for 5€ or 3€, and the runtime is 1 hour and 20 minutes.
