At the recent Berlin Festival, filmmaker Wim Wenders highlighted the impact of cinema on individual perspectives in a world marked by violence. During a discussion that explored whether cinema can influence people, Wenders responded to a politically charged question concerning the festival's support for nations like Iran and Ukraine while Germany, its main sponsor, is accused of complicity in the Gaza conflict. This pointed inquiry created a moment of discomfort, as it challenged the festival's political affiliations and the expectations placed on cultural events regarding sociopolitical issues.

Tricia Tuttle, the festival director, attempted to steer the conversation back to the art of filmmaking, suggesting that the focus should remain on movies rather than political debates. Nevertheless, the reporter insisted that films inherently convey political messages, sparking a broader dialogue about the intersection of cinema and politics. Wenders and Ewa Puszczynska, a producer known for her work on