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Faceless People- documentary screening

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Discover the unheard stories of Sri Lankan Tamil refugees in the film screening of Faceless People. This powerful documentary by Dr. R. K. Radhakrishnan will be followed by a Q&A. All are welcome.

Dr. Radhakrishnan R.K.’s PhD journey did not end when he graduated from the Athena Institute at @VUAmsterdam. He continued to engage with the Sri Lankan refugees he met during his studies. Having lived in India for over 30 years, these refugees consider it their home, yet many remain marginalized – on the outskirts of society. In his short documentary, award winning political journalist, Radhakrishnan, shares their stories of identity, belonging and home. It sketches the context of Sri Lankan Tamil Refugees in India, and what it means to live in a limbo, to build meaning amidst displacement, and to seek dignity in a world that often overlooks them.

The film screening if free and open to all. It will be followed by a Q&A with Dr. R. K. Radhakrishnan.

Programme

30-minute documentary screening of Faceless People

Q&A with the film maker - engage and discuss displacement, migration, belonging and citizenship with Dr. R. K. Radhakrishnan, as well as the value of translating research to art and film.

About the filmmaker

Dr. R. K. Radhakrishnan is an award-winning journalist based in Chennai, India, and currently serves as Senior Associate Editor at Frontline magazine. With over three decades of experience, he began his career with The Hindu in 1992, where he held key positions including Chief of Bureau in Tamil Nadu and Foreign Correspondent in Sri Lanka and the Maldives. He is widely known for his in-depth reporting on Indian politics, South Asian affairs, governance, and conflict zones. A Ph.D. holder, he also teaches journalism at the Asian College of Journalism in Chennai, mentoring aspiring reporters and contributing actively to media education.


About Faceless People- documentary screening

Starting date

  • 27 January 2026

Time

  • 13:00 - 14:00

Location

  • NU Building, Theatre 9

Address

  • De Boelelaan 1111, 1081 HV Amsterdam

Organised by

  • Athena Institute

Language

  • English

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