Global Festival Program
4’TH ETHNOKINO FILM FESTIVAL “HARVEST”
The 4th EthnoKino Film Festival themed “Harvest” celebrates abundance, biocultural diversity, hope and compassion as it proves to become a beacon for ethnographic cinema worldwide, a festival that not only entertains but educates, inspires, and unites people through the universal language of our very own humanity.
Our vision is to create a globally celebrated ethnographic film festival that transcends borders and cultures, fostering a deep understanding of humanity's rich diversity through the power of visual storytelling. Originating in Bern, Switzerland, and now resonating across the world in cities as vibrant and varied, our festival serves as a dynamic platform for filmmakers, anthropologists, and audiences to engage with the lived experiences of communities from every corner of the globe.
In every city, from the historic streets of Marrakech to the bustling energy of Berlin, from the remote beauty of Meiringen and Patagonia to the ancient landscapes of Mexico City, our festival will continue to push the boundaries of ethnographic and documentary filmmaking. We are committed to nurturing creative innovation, promoting ethical storytelling, and ensuring that every film we present offers a profound insight into the human condition.We envision a festival that not only showcases the finest in ethnographic cinema but also acts as a catalyst for dialogue, reflection, and social change. By bringing together voices from disparate regions and backgrounds, we aim to challenge stereotypes, highlight underrepresented narratives, and spark a global conversation on the shared challenges and triumphs of our collective human journey.
Our festival aspires to be more than a showcase; it is harvesting a mov(i)ement—a celebration of cultural diversity, a space for critical inquiry, and a bridge connecting the local and the global.Through our expansion to iconic and culturally significant locations, we seek to honor the uniqueness of each place while creating a shared global experience. In doing so, we hope to inspire a new generation of filmmakers and audiences to explore, understand, and appreciate the intricate tapestry of human life.
VISION TALKS BERN
Prof.Oana Ivan “Bringing Back Humanity through Technology”
Understanding "the Other" has been central to anthropology since its inception. Initially relying on words and later on images, anthropologists have sought to bridge the gap between different perspectives, cultures, and ultimately, hearts. While new technologies have broken barriers in the hard sciences, it is time to also utilize them in anthropology. Traditional methods of understanding the culture of "the other" have relied on reading and seeing. This presentation introduces a new approach called "sensory interactive anthropology," which combines elements from anthropology, digital arts, and interactive technologies to tell stories in a different way. This method is showcased through the case study of a fishing village in the UNESCO biosphere reserve Danube Delta (Romania). The new media installation presented breaks the "we-they" dichotomy, fostering dialogue, understanding, and empathy. It demonstrates how technology can be utilized to restore humanity.
Murat Gülyaz “The Spirit of Cappadocia”
Born in Gediz in 1960, he graduated from the Department of Near East Archaeology at the Faculty of Literature, History, and Geography. He completed his master's degree at the Department of Archaeology and Art History at the Institute of Social Sciences of Hacettepe University in 1993 with his thesis on the "Rhytos of Anatolia". Gülyaz taught "Archaeology and the Cultures of Cappadocia" to students of the course for Professional Tourist Guides organized by the Ministry of Tourism and Culture. In 1996, he received a scholarship from Deutsches Archäologisches Institut to research "the Hellenistic and Roman Rock-cut Tombs of Cappadocia". He has authored numerous books and presented about the region at international conferences worldwide. Furthermore, he has been a consultant for Cappadocia at the Otsuka Fine Art Museum in Naruto, Japan. He prepared the "Spirit of Cappadocia" CD-ROM published by the Nevsehir governor and has been working as the director of the Nevsehir Museum in Cappadocia since 1989.
Dr.Sean Kingston “Publishing Anthropology: Making the Global Personal”
Dr. Sean Kingston’s anthropological research was on art, memory and life-cycle rituals in Melanesia. His publishing business initially started with books on the anthropology of Oceania, but has since grown to publish works on every continent and to establish many long-lasting relationships with publishing partners (e.g. the Royal Anthropological Institute and the Centro Incontri Umani). He works every day in a garden office under a hundred-year cherry tree, assisted by his wife, and surrounded by the beautiful Herefordshire countryside.
Dr.Rachid Ait Babahmad “EnVisioning a Community Driven Conservation for the High Atlas of Morocco”
Born and raised in the High Atlas, Rachid witnessed the extensive degradation of biodiversity. He was inspired to pursue a career in conserving biodiversity and traditional conservation practices in the region. His dream came true when he co-founded Moroccan Biodiversity and Livelihood Association (MBLA) in 2014, with the mission of conserving High Atlas Cultural Landscapes. Rachid in his vision talk will share on how he and his team; manage project activities, collect biodiversity data, implement conservation actions such as community nurseries, seed banks, and species reintroductions as they build the capacities of local communities in field research.Rachid holds a PhD in ecology and environment from Cadi Ayyad University. He completed his undergraduate studies in Growth and Plant Protection, and hiis Master's in Ecological Engineering and Biodiversity Analysis and Management Methodologies, both from Cadi Ayyad University, Semlalia Faculty of Sciences, Marrakech, in 2010 and 2012, respectively.
Dr. Olivier Jacquat “Bnomad, a Circular Solution”
In his Vision Talk Dr.Jacquat will share his vision regarding his recent initiative Bnomad a nomadic concept based on geodesic domes, providing unique experiences for guests with seasonal health promotion activities.cozy sauna in winter and astonishing accommodation in summer-in changing natural environment in combination with a systemic circular approach (closed-loop systems, recycling of materials, renewable energy, construction using local wood, short value and transport chains). After earning his phD in environmental science, Dr.Olivier Jacquat has enjoyed working at the interface between applied research, administration, and practice and is now following the entrepreneurship path.
Dr. Chopf “Wie wenig ist genug?”
Was und wie viel brauchen wir wirklich für ein gutes Leben?Unterwegs auf dem Fahrrad und mit Geschichten und Liedern im Gepäck suche ich den Dialog zur Frage: Wie wenig ist genug? In der kreativen Auseinandersetzung mit dem Thema Suffizienz entwickle ich ein Bühnenprogramm und ein Buch, welche zum persönlichen Wandel inspirieren und einen konstruktiven Beitrag zur Klimakrise leisten.
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