The documentary a shocking investigation into how online platforms profit from the spread of hatred, fueling extremism and putting at risk the very foundations of democratic societies.

With this year’s theme, “Human Rights in the Digital Age,” the festival focused on the opportunities but also the challenges and threats of the online world, showing why the protection of fundamental rights is just as important in the digital space as it is in the physical one.

The Delegation of the European Union in Tirana was the main supporter of this year’s edition of the International Human Rights Film Festival in the Albanian capital.

“We are proud to have been the main supporter for this year’s edition. For 20 years the festival has been an invaluable space for dialogue and reflection for Albanian society,” the EU Delegation said in a statement on Monday.

The EU Ambassador to Albania, Silvio Gonzato, underlined “the Festival shows how powerful cinema can be in triggering debates and inspiring reflection about our society.”

“Our societies cannot allow hatred, racism, bullying, or other forms of discrimination and violence to spread in the digital space. The cost for our societies and democracies is simply too high,” he added.

Gonzato emphasized that “defending democracy today also means defending the digital space as a place where rights are respected and diversity is protected.”

“Proud that the European Union has been the first to regulate the digital space and keeping tech companies accountable for what is published on their platforms,” the EU Ambassador concluded.

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