Thursday 26 February 2026, 17:30
Italian Institute of Culture in Edinburgh
The Italian Institute of Culture in Edinburgh opens the Italian Clapperboard documentary series with Come se non ci fosse un domani (Riccardo Cremona & Matteo Keffer, 90′, 2025), a powerful and thought-provoking film that places audiences at the heart of today’s climate activism.
Directed by Riccardo Cremona and Matteo Keffer, with consultancy by Paolo Giordano, the film explores nonviolent civil resistance as a response to the severe ecological threats undermining our future. Through controversial and highly visible actions — such as road blockades and the defacement of artworks — the group Ultima Generazione has captured the attention of media and politicians alike, challenging government inaction and calling for urgent climate measures.
The documentary focuses on five activists, their personal stories, and the motivations that drive them to put themselves on the line for a more sustainable future. By portraying the doubts, inner conflicts, and determination of those who choose civil disobedience, Come se non ci fosse un domani invites reflection on the need for concrete action in an era marked by environmental disasters, such as the floods in Emilia-Romagna and prolonged droughts in Sicily.
The film goes beyond recounting the struggle of Ultima Generazione. It also raises questions about the right to protest, freedom of expression, and the growing threats to these freedoms in an increasingly polarized political climate. With a balanced narrative approach, the documentary creates space to understand the movement without ideological filters, giving voice to those who, with passion and courage, have chosen to fight for climate justice — embracing a commitment that is becoming ever more urgent for the good of all.
Watch the trailer here:
The film is in Italian with English subtitles.
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DOORS OPEN: 5:00 pm
EVENT STARTS: 5:30 pm
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