Fiction or reality? How are the darkest forces working to change Europe? Join us for an exclusive screening of the Norwegian series Furia 2 from Amazon Prime, and a panel discussion on extremism.
Fiction or reality? How are the darkest forces working to change Europe? Join us for an exclusive screening of the Norwegian series Furia 2 from Amazon Prime, and a panel discussion on extremism.
The TV series "Furia" is a drama set in contemporary times, depicting the real-life forces and threats confronting Norway, Hungary, and Poland, with broader implications for the future of Europe and democracy.
Season 1 begins with the backdrop of the July 22 terrorist attacks, exploring the underlying factors driving radicalization and the increasing potency of terrorism as a tool. These themes are further amplified by events such as the Russian annexation of Crimea in 2014, the election of Trump in the US, and the full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
In Season 2, the narrative shifts to Hungary and Poland, examining how animosity towards the Pride movement is exploited to sow polarization, radicalization, and fear.
Amidst a backdrop where truth, history, and power are fiercely contested, how can we resist the encroachment of authoritarian forces? What are the potential consequences if such leaders were to seize power in key European nations? Is Europe, and its democratic fabric, equipped to withstand these threats?
Through discussions with leading researchers, experts on right-wing extremism, populism, and authoritarianism, as well as the series creator, Emmy winner Gjermund Stenberg Eriksen, "Furia" delves into these pressing questions surrounding right-wing extremism and the future of democracy in Europe.