INVISIBLE NATION

Vanessa Hope / 2024 / 85' / United States & Taiwan

‘Invisible Nation’ provides an urgent and intimate look at Taiwan's geopolitical struggle through the eyes of its first female president, Tsai Ing-wen. Amid rising threats from China and global tensions, director Vanessa Hope offers unprecedented access to Tsai during her re-election campaign and term, revealing her complex navigation between U.S. and Chinese pressures. Using sharp interviews and archival footage, the film highlights Tsai's challenging leadership as Taiwan fights for international recognition and security in a world increasingly dominated by authoritarianism.

28.09, 14:45, CINEMA HOUSE

29.09, 20:00, ODEON CINEMA

IDFA, CPH:DOX, Sheffield DocFest