The Cost of Growth

Belgium / 2026 / 93′ / Documentary

Direction: Thomas Maddens

Qualification: Suitable for all audiences

Thematic: Activism, Youth

Section: Climate Justice

Contact: svea@brainjangenproductions.com

Dates, times and locations:

Wednesday, August 19 / 9:30 PM / Cine Arte Cacodelphia

Q&A:

Discussion with Subject Matter Experts

Synopsis:

The Cost of Growth connects local struggles against extractivism in Serbia, Italy and Sapmi with broader debates on justice, democracy, and war. It shows how people across Europe are not only resisting false solutions, but also building alternatives—from grassroots organising to new forms of cooperation and solidarity.