“Walls”

Christos Sarris’s “Walls” draws heavily on his experience working with incarcerated individuals at a prison in Nigrita, Greece, teaching them the basics of filmmaking on both a theoretical and practical level. Through a series of workshops, Sarris provided them with the tools to create a film that not only speaks to their own experiences but also resonates with audiences around the world. In the end, “Walls” is a reminder of the power of storytelling and the human ability to find hope and meaning even in the most challenging of circumstances. The film features both Sarris’s own footage, as well as that from participants in the classes. The film is accompanied by a musical adaptation of Cavafy’s poem “Walls” by Laura Jane Grace, Emmy-nominated artist, author, activist, musician and founder of the American punk rock band Against Me! Sarris said: “‘Walls’ is a thought-provoking film that takes place within the confines of a prison. Through the eyes of inmates, we are given the opportunity to explore the themes of freedom, dreams, hope, and the human condition in a way that is both poignant and emotive. The powerful musical adaptation of Cavafy’s poem ‘Walls’ by Laura Jane Grace adds another layer of emotion and depth to the already compelling narrative.”

Duration: 13 minutes