A film can open a conversation that is difficult to begin in the classroom. Educational Mornings pair a film or film block with a discussion connected to young people’s lives. This year we ask what makes a home secure and how to recognise messages designed to shape our thinking. Olivia and the Invisible Earthquake and The Night Boots lead into questions of solidarity, safety and belonging, while Mr. Nobody Against Putin opens a discussion about propaganda and media literacy. The programme welcomes organised school groups, with discussions moderated by Izabela Laura.
Thursday 8 October 2026
10:00 screening · 11:30 discussion · Polyvalent Hall, Providur’s Palace
Olivia and the Invisible Earthquake + The Night Boots
A HOME IS A RIGHT. THE PRICE PER SQUARE METRE SAYS OTHERWISE.
What does losing a home mean for a child? Following the film block, we discuss housing rights, insecurity and social exclusion. Olivia and the Invisible Earthquake explores the burden a family crisis places on a child, while The Night Boots offers a story of fear and companionship. How can a loss of security be discussed without stigma? What can schools, neighbours and communities do when a family can no longer manage a crisis alone? The discussion connects the films with ways to support children and their families.
Moderated by Izabela Laura.
Friday 9 October 2026
10:00 screening · 11:30 discussion · Polyvalent Hall, Providur’s Palace
Mr. Nobody Against Putin
THE ALGORITHM DOESN’T HATE. IT JUST KNOWS WHAT WORKS.
Mr. Nobody Against Putin shows propaganda reshaping everyday school life. The discussion connects that experience with young people’s digital lives: videos, photographs, headlines and algorithmic recommendations. How can information be distinguished from manipulation? What should we check before believing or sharing content? We explore disinformation, pressures on critical thinking and the mechanisms that determine what appears in social media feeds. The aim is to make room for young people’s questions and a thoughtful approach to using media.
Moderated by Izabela Laura.
With support from the Government of the Republic of Croatia Office for Cooperation with NGOs / CERV.
Enquiries for schools: obrazovanje@festivaloftolerance.com. Admission is free.
Promotion of the European Union’s Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values (CERV) programme as part of the Festival of Tolerance Zadar 2026 project (8–10 October 2026).
Support from the European Commission and the Government of the Republic of Croatia Office for Cooperation with NGOs for the screening of this film does not constitute endorsement of its content, which reflects only the views of its authors. The European Commission and the Office for Cooperation with NGOs cannot be held responsible for any use made of the information contained therein.
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