The #WOMEX20 Film Programme creates a space of reflection and renewal through a series of progressive and innovative documentaries that bring forth deeper themes and questions emerging in these extraordinary times, through the connective thread of music. 21 music-based documentaries tackle a wide range of complex & pertinent topics such as diversity, inclusivity, black lives matter movements, female empowerment, voices from Africa, politics in Lebanon & Georgia, grassroots community movements, ecology and spirituality. For the digital edition of WOMEX 20, the Film Programme will be streamed worldwide through the virtualWOMEX platform from the 15-25 October 2020 for accredited WOMEX 20 Digital Participants only. More information here : www.womex.com/programme/film The WOMEX Film Programme serves as a platform for the film fraternity to reach new markets while exploring innovative distribution and production channels. It also is a space for the global music community to discover music, musicians and projects, as well as looking into alternative programming opportunities - further strengthening the conversation between the film and the music industry.