Interview with director Marcel Mettelsiefen and Hala Kamil

The transcript covers a discussion on the impact of President Trump's travel ban on filmmakers attending the Oscars. It highlights a documentary about the Syrian uprising, focusing on a family's journey from Aleppo to Germany. The conversation emphasizes the importance of storytelling in raising awareness about humanitarian issues and the challenges of integrating refugees. It also touches on the role of filmmakers in addressing political issues and countering radical narratives, stressing the need for compassion and understanding in a divided world.

What major global event affected filmmakers' ability to attend the Oscars?

• The Syrian Civil War

• The Paris Agreement

• President Trump's travel ban

• Brexit

What is the primary focus of the film discussed in the first section?

• The history of Aleppo

• The role of international organizations in Syria

• The Syrian uprising through the eyes of children

• The economic impact of war

According to the filmmaker, which group adapts more quickly to new environments?

• Children

• Middle-aged adults

• Elderly people

• Teenagers

What is highlighted as a crucial need in the world today, according to the second section?

• Compassion

• Economic growth

• Political stability

• Technological advancement

What is the role of filmmakers and journalists in addressing political issues, as discussed in the final section?

• To entertain the audience

• To break and counter radical narratives

• To focus on local stories only

• To promote government policies