Wenders' Wake Up Call for Film Makers: The Politics of Empathy Wim Wenders has sparked heated debates about the role of film makers in politics with his recent remarks at the Venice film festival.
In an attempt to clarify his stance, he shed light on the tension between creative vision and political expediency.
At first glance, it seems counterintuitive for a film maker to say they're not interested in engaging with politics. Cinema has long been a powerful tool for social commentary and critique.