Why Europe Matters — The Stakes, The Splits, and The Solutions #documental

In the stranglehold of geopolitical rivalry, rising nationalism, and compounding crises, economic, environmental, social, the conversation about Europe’s future has never felt more urgent. Or more uncertain. Why Europe Matters travels from London to Vienna, Paris to Warsaw alongside many other cities to speak with some of the continent’s leading thinkers, policymakers, and advocates. Their diagnosis is sombre. But their conviction is clear: a stronger Europe is not only necessary, it is within reach. This is a film about threats. But more than that, it is a film about agency. About what Europe can still choose to be. When it comes to the continent’s future, optimism and pessimism must give way to activism. With special thanks to our contributors: Adam Tooze, Adelaide Charlier, Anthony Gardner, Anu Bradford, Arancha Gonzalez, Guntram Wolff, Ivan Krastev, Katarzyna Pisarska, Lea Ypi, Luuk van Middelaar, Nathalie Tocci, Simone Tagliapietra, Sylvie Goulard, and Timothy Garton Ash.