Special Brussels screenings of Julie Keeps Quiet as part of Gender Equality Week

These events are organized in the framework of Gender Equality Week of the European Parliament and will include engaging Q&A sessions with the film’s representatives and Members of the European Parliament.

Why attend?

Julie Keeps Quiet explores timely and resonant themes that align with the core values of Gender Equality Week. The screenings provide an opportunity to reflect on these issues while engaging directly with the creators and actors behind the story. 

In addition to showcasing outstanding European cinema, the LUX Audience Award bridges the legislative work of the European Parliament with citizens by raising awareness about critical social and political matters through film. 

Events details:

Tuesday 3 December 2024

18:30
Info Hub, European Parliament

In the presence of: MEP Lena Riehl Chair of the Committy on Culture and Education, Co-writer and actress Ruth Becquart and lead actress Tessa Van den Broeck

English and French subtitles

Register here to confirm your attendance.

Monday 11 December 2024

19:00

Cinema Palace, Brussels

In the presence of: MEP Lina Gálvez, Chair of the Committee on Women’s Rights and Gender Equality, Leonardo Van Dijl and co-writer and actress Ruth Becquart

English and French subtitles

Register here to confirm your attendance.

Following each screening, audiences will have the chance to interact with the film’s representatives during a Q&A session. These discussions will delve into the film’s themes, creative process, and its connection to the broader context of EU priorities on gender equality.

Engage with the LUX Audience Award

The LUX Audience Award invites both the public and Members of the European Parliament to rate the nominated films, with the winning film being announced in 2025. By participating, audiences help amplify the relevance of European cinema and its role in addressing shared challenges.

Following the screening, there will be an interactive Q&A session with the film representatives where they will share insights into the film's themes and creative process and will reply to your questions.

The LUX Audience Award, through its nominated films, brings the legislative work of Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) closer to citizens by raising awareness of pressing social and political issues across the EU. Both the public and MEPs are encouraged to rate the nominated films to decide who the winner will be.

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