
Decolonized Minds & Cinema Africa
“Decolonized Minds & Cinema Africa” is a film screening and discussion series hosted at Ventilator Cinema, located within the OT301 cultural center in Amsterdam. These events are part of an ongoing effort to explore themes of colonial history, resistance, and identity through African and diasporic cinema.
One notable event featured the screening of The Wretched of the Earth by Khadija Al Mourabit, followed by a discussion that delved into the film’s themes and their relevance to contemporary society. The series is organized in collaboration with Amsterdam Alternative, an initiative that supports collective action and radical political debate.
Concept Summary:
Verses of Return is a multidisciplinary performance project led by Maysa Ibrahim, in collaboration with Artists for Humanity and Brave Poets. The piece blends poetry, live sound, and archival visuals into a meditative act of resistance — reclaiming language, memory, and land through personal and collective storytelling.






