Wim Wenders, the acclaimed filmmaker, recently addressed his earlier remarks regarding the intersection of cinema and politics, which had sparked considerable debate. Speaking at the Venice Film Festival, Wenders clarified that he does not advocate for filmmakers to completely distance themselves from political themes.
His initial comments were made during the Berlin Film Festival, where he served as jury president. At that time, Wenders suggested that filmmakers should “stay out of politics,” expressing concern that creating overtly political films could lead them into the political arena.
The director’s recent statements indicate a more nuanced view, emphasizing that while he acknowledges the complexities of political filmmaking, he does not believe artists should shy away from engaging with political issues through their work.
Fonte/Origem: https://www.theguardian.com/film/2026/sep/06/wim-wenders-clarifies-does-not-believe-film-makers-stay-out-of-politics