Neurocinema: Neurodivergent Film-Festival & Hangout (Productivity)

Rethinking Productivity: Work and Neurodivergence (Neurocinema Day 5).

Delves into the unique challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals in the realm of work and productivity. In a society that often prioritizes productivity and results, these films illuminate the experiences of neurodivergent people navigating professional environments. The screenings challenge conventional notions of what is valuable in the workplace. They highlight the creative strengths, innovative approaches, and diverse contributions of neurodivergent individuals, prompting viewers to rethink traditional measures of success. This event aims to foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of neurodivergent talents, advocating for more inclusive and accommodating workspaces where everyone can thrive.

After the event, join us for a relaxed hangout where we can unwind, share tips on balancing work and neurodivergence, and connect over how we redefine productivity in our own ways. Feel free to bring snacks and drinks to share!

For more information on the programs, please visit the Neurocinema Day 5 page.

Films:

• Spoons (After Carolyn Lazard) by Jamila Prowse: A moving image work based upon Spoons Theory, which uses spoons as a visualisation of the disparity in energy reserves between disabled and abled people.
• The Last Maslow's Day by Laurent Paillot: The factory has closed. The machines have gone elsewhere. The chimney no longer smokes. Yet, every day, a man goes to work. Tirelessly. But in these huge empty workshops, the last day of this model worker arrives.
• Astrogolem by Thorsten Fleisch: The story follows the brilliant inventor, Nikola Tesla, as he and Alan Turing accidentally release demons into our dimension. The film tells a story of love, sacrifice, and the consequences of playing with powers beyond human understanding.
• Aufsicht (Supervisor) by Lion Bischof: Visibly invisible, they move between the exhibits in the Pinakothek der Moderne. They are not allowed to sit, they are not allowed to read - they are the guardians of art.
• Von den Amöben zum Bösen (From Amoebas to Evil) by Daniela Chmelik and Iskender Kökce: It's all a story-teller thing. Fantasies of the past. Not t h i s history, but stories of the world, from amoebas to evil. A fantasy-driven retelling of world history
• Not the Clowns by Marcel Flock: After the autistic young actress Cassie fails an audition because she can't show fear, Cassie seeks solace with her autistic younger brother Dave. Together, they watch the horror movie, which soon shifts the boundaries between dream and reality.
• Veronika by Mark Michel: Illustrated by fairytale-like sand paintings, the film delves into Veronika's hidden world. She is autistic and has multiple physical disabilities. Nobody could have imagined that Veronika has a wide-awake mind. As an adult, she has learned to make herself understood using a sophisticated sign system. A sensitive portrait of an extraordinary person.
• Closing the Gap by Olga del Molino: This film explores the failures of two decades of educational efforts towards intersectional disparity. As an invisible disability, neurodivergent experiences are often ignored in discussions of equality, revealing the gaps in progress for marginalized communities.
• Silvano by Burkhard Plemper: Silvano, Elvis fan and singer of his songs, takes the S-Bahn after a coffee at home to his work in the music project 'Barner 16'.

Q&A Session:

• Filmmakers: Laurent Paillot, Marcel Flock (with Protagonist Silvia Maria Schwarz).
• Speakers: Neil Milliken (VP - Global Head of Accessibility at Atos Group), Michell Evan (Senior Accessibility engineer at TPGi)

Event guidelines

• Participants are over 18 years old.
• People who don't identify as neurodivergent are welcomed.
• Zero tolerance for harassment and bigotry.
• Please arrive on time to ensure seating, as this is a free public event.

Come and celebrate neurodivergence together!