FRED’s Antonio Back interviews director Laura Nix, who was at the 2015 Biografilm Festival in Bologna, Italy, to present her latest documentary The Yes Men Are Revolting, which premiered at the 2015 Berlinale earlier this year.
Director LauraNix is probably the only person in the world who has managed to keep up with the Yes Men and their crazy stunts. Learn the secrets behind her work and how you can spread the Yes Men word.
THE YES MEN ARE REVOLTING: For nearly two decades, Yes Men Mike and Andy have pulled off notorious media hoaxes that expose corporate crimes. Now middle-aged, they’re taking on the biggest threat they’ve ever faced – climate change. Can they overcome insurmountable political forces before it’s too late to save the planet?
"Aisha Can't Fly Away," first feature by Morad Mostafa explores migrant women’s struggles in Cairo with surreal elements, and blending different genres in a compelling narrative.
Many are the profound layers of "The Love That Remains", Icelandic entry for the Oscars, a film that evolves from simple to surreal, inviting viewers to feel rather than fully understand.
"El Sett", the sumptuous film by Marwan Hamed reveals how music and culture thrive amid challenges, showcasing resilience and rich traditions in a captivating, behind-the-scenes look. The astounding life of Umm Kulthum is told through a personal and intimate lens.