The Clough Center held a special event featuring the screenings of two short documentaries by Reset Dialogues on Civilizations, focusing on the powerful role religion plays in peacebuilding and reconciliation. These timely films, directed by the acclaimed Filippo Macelloni, analyze religious influences on peace efforts in two significant conflict regions: Bosnia-Herzegovina and the Balkans, and Ukraine-Russia.
- Religion and Reconciliation in Bosnia-Herzegovina & the Balkans
- The Russia-Ukraine Conflict & the Role of the Orthodox Church
Both films, running 25 minutes each, explore how religious identities and institutions have been involved in the reconciliation processes in these war-torn regions. Through a combination of historical analysis and expert interviews, the documentaries provide insight into the intricate relationships between faith and peace efforts in deeply divided societies.
Producers: The documentaries are produced by Reset Dialogues on Civilizations in collaboration with the Templeton Religion Trust. The event was enriched by discussions with leading experts in the fields of religion, sociology, and geopolitics, who will offer their perspectives on the themes explored in the films.
- José Casanova
A globally recognized scholar in the sociology of religion, José Casanova will offer his expertise on the role of religion in modern geopolitics. Casanova, professor emeritus at Georgetown University, is known for his seminal work Public Religions in the Modern World, which has been translated into numerous languages. His research spans religion and globalization, transnational religions, and the dynamics of religious pluralism. With a deep understanding of how religion intersects with global political challenges, Casanova’s insights will provide valuable context to the documentaries. - Filippo Macelloni
The director of the documentaries, Filippo Macelloni, is an award-winning filmmaker known for his compelling documentaries and satirical films. With a unique blend of storytelling and visual artistry, Macelloni has directed films like The Lost World Cup, which premiered at the Venice Film Festival, and Silvio Forever, a satirical look at the life of Silvio Berlusconi. His films often weave together history, culture, and human emotion, creating powerful narratives that resonate with audiences. - And Elizabeth H. Prodromou, A visiting professor at Boston College and expert in international relations, Elizabeth Prodromou focuses on the intersection of religion, geopolitics, and human rights. She brings a wealth of policy experience from her service on the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom and as a member of the U.S. Secretary of State’s Religion & Foreign Policy Working Group. Prodromou’s expertise in Eastern Mediterranean and Middle Eastern affairs will add a nuanced understanding of the complex role religion plays in these regions, particularly in the context of Orthodox Christianity and its geopolitical influence.
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