Film cycle Seniors' associations Laarbeek

A film series will be held in the Village Hall.

The theme of the series is “Through (in, with) the eyes of a child”. The first film will be shown in the Village Hall in Lieshout. The film afternoon will start with a short introduction by Philip Verdult. After the film, there will be a short break with coffee/tea. Finally, there will be an interactive discussion for those interested.

The film being shown is “Tori et Lokita” by Jean-Pierre and Luc Dardenne from 1922. Sixteen-year-old Lokita and eleven-year-old Tori have fled their native countries of Cameroon and Benin and are trying (hoping) to build a better, meaningful life in Belgium. Tori has been granted a residence permit in Belgium on the basis of the terrible, violent experiences he has had in his young life in Benin, but Lokita has not yet been granted one. This film confronts you with two sharply contrasting value systems within the context of one of the most topical and horrific dilemmas of our time. On the one hand, there is an “adult” world that children also have to “deal” with (the refugee issue, abuse and exploitation, drug use and trafficking). On the other hand, this film paints a moving picture of unconditional friendship and loyalty, of holding on to and supporting each other. And also of commitment to family, even if they are far away.

The admission fee includes a cup of coffee or tea. Tickets are available at the venue; please pay in cash and with the exact amount. It is open to all interested parties and registration is not required.