Universal Embassy
Synopsis
A short documentary about the Universal Embassy. After the collapse of the Somali government twenty years ago, its embassy in Brussels was left empty. The embassy and the sovereignty of the grounds were claimed by a group of activists who planted their own flag. This former piece of ‘Somalia’ is the only place on earth that does not belong to a country. The documentary shows how a group of people without a residence permit must live. The Universal Embassy is devoted to the cause of other homeless people, the sans papiers.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Hito Steyerl
- Original Title
- Universal Embassy
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 4m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Hito Steyerl
Department Leadership Roster
Hito Steyerl
Director
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What is Universal Embassy about?
A short documentary about the Universal Embassy. After the collapse of the Somali government twenty years ago, its embassy in Brussels was left empty. The embassy and the sovereignty of the grounds were claimed by a group of activists who planted their own flag. This former piece of ‘Somalia’ is the only place on earth that does not belong to a country. The documentary shows how a group of people without a residence permit must live. The Universal Embassy is devoted to the cause of other homeless people, the sans papiers.
Who directed Universal Embassy?
Universal Embassy was directed by Hito Steyerl.
Who stars in Universal Embassy?
The principal cast of Universal Embassy includes Not specified.
When was Universal Embassy released and how long is it?
Universal Embassy was released in 2004 with a total runtime of 4m.