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Rotterdam Festival Premieres 'Hungry': A Sci-Fi Look at Humanity's Future

1/27/2026

Summary

Story summary

The International Film Festival Rotterdam will premiere Hungry by Susanne Brandstaetter on February 2.
The film explores humanity's extinction through a science-fiction lens, using audio interviews with scientists and activists.
Brandstaetter aims to connect environmental issues with broader concerns, such as food security and democracy, through an immersive experience.
Brandstaetter is developing a new documentary about youth with migration backgrounds in Vienna, tentatively titled What About Me?

History

Historical Context

The 1972 United Nations Conference on the Human Environment in Stockholm was a landmark event that raised global awareness about environmental issues, leading to the creation of the United Nations Environment Programme. This initiative has since influenced various global efforts, including climate action and food security, as reflected in Susanne Brandstaetter's film, Hungry, which addresses humanity's extinction and ongoing environmental challenges.

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Story summary

The International Film Festival Rotterdam will premiere Hungry by Susanne Brandstaetter on February 2.
The film explores humanity's extinction through a science-fiction lens, using audio interviews with scientists and activists.
Brandstaetter aims to connect environmental issues with broader concerns, such as food security and democracy, through an immersive experience.
Brandstaetter is developing a new documentary about youth with migration backgrounds in Vienna, tentatively titled What About Me?

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