OUTSIDED OR SOLD OUT OPPORTUNITY?

Filmmakers on the disadvantages and advantages of a different ethnic background.

The American comedian Bill Hicks once said: “I get a kick out of constantly being an outsider. Being ‘different’ allows me to be creative.” For comedians, writing is enjoyable when they can completely place themselves outside a group. It enables them to make sharp and funny observations about our daily lives. But what about screenwriters of a different ethnic background? Does being an outsider help? Is having a different cultural background an advantage or a disadvantage? Does it offer different sources of inspiration or unique angles for stories? Or does it actually make it difficult to connect with the general public? Is it different for drama writers than for comedy writers? And is there even a difference at all compared to writers with a Dutch background?

Four prominent filmmakers engage in a conversation about their personal experiences as writers of different ethnic backgrounds. Orhan Sahin (Gangster Boys; 2010), In-Soo (Carmen of the North; 1009, Made in Korea; 2005), Baris Azman (The Man Who Got Lost; 2010), and Fedor Sendak (Wolf; 2003, For Those and Others; 2009) share their personal experiences and answer questions from the audience. The debate is moderated by Sander Jansen, filmmaker and founder of Filmpeople.

LITE SIDE FESTIVAL

OUTSIDED OR SOLD OUT OPPORTUNITY?

DATE: August 15, 2009

TIME: 20:00 (Starts with the short film Bingo first.)

Location: Video Lounge @ Machine Building, Westergasfabriek, Amsterdam

Location
Machinegebouw, Westergasfabriek, Amsterdam



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