On the Adamant
directed by Nicolas Philibert
Golden Bear Winner 2023
Preview Screening (released in September)
France, Japan | 2022 | 109 mins
Documentary
directed by Nicolas Philibert
Golden Bear Winner 2023
Preview Screening (released in September)
France, Japan | 2022 | 109 mins
Documentary
Nicolas Philibert’s award-winning film “On the Adamant” offers a compassionate and intelligent portrayal of a floating day-care center for individuals with mental disorders in Paris. With its unique design blending elements of a Mississippi riverboat and an art studio, The Adamant provides counseling and art therapy, alongside hosting an annual film festival curated by the patients themselves. The film showcases the power of outsider art and emphasizes the importance of treating patients with respect and dignity. Through heartfelt moments and poignant narratives, “On the Adamant” captures a sense of freedom, warmth, and human curiosity, offering a compelling exploration of mental health within a non-traditional setting.
Wednesday 28 June 19:00
Sputnik Kino
Hasenheide 54/5th, 10967 Berlin
French with German subtitles
Documentary
Golden Bear Winner
Berlinale 2023