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Deep Dive: Tongue (2020)

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Tongue
The film follows activist Costis Achniotis and his involvement in the Cypriot radical Left and the bicommunal movement for reunification. It intertwines his personal history with the broader historical context of ethnic division in Cyprus. The filmmakers utilize an auto-ethnographic approach, incorporating both personal artifacts and archival material to present a multifaceted view of the ongoing conflict. Through this narrative, the film addresses themes of memory and identity, reflecting on the impact of the ethnic clash in Cyprus. It presents a dialogue between past and present, emphasizing the significance of personal stories within the larger socio-political landscape.

Why Watch

  • •Meet activist Costis Achniotis and his story.
  • •Follow the bicommunal movement for Cypriot reunification.
  • •See archival material on Cyprus's ethnic division.

Did You Know

•Costis Achniotis is a central figure in the Cypriot radical Left.
•The film has a runtime of 60 minutes.
•The documentary was released in 2020.

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Cyprus historyPolitical activismBicommunal movements