Date: February 1st, 2025
Time: 18:00
Event Title: Hammarskjöld – The Fight for Peace | Echoes of SCANDI
Location: Kino Lumière (K3), Špitálska 4, Bratislava
Organizer: Kino Lumière (K3)

Event Description:

The tension of the Cold War reaches its peak. Unyielding, Dag Hammarskjöld has been a respected diplomat for years, managing to prevent several conflicts through his principles of preventive diplomacy, which helped correct the deteriorating relations between the East and the West. This gripping conversational drama offers a portrait of a man whom John F. Kennedy considered the greatest statesman of the 20th century. The role is portrayed with dedication by Swedish star Mikael Persbrandt.

The film sheds light on Hammarskjöld’s crucial role in shaping diplomacy during a time of intense global division, offering a deep insight into his life, his unwavering commitment to peace, and his enduring legacy in international relations.