Southern Border (2003)

On the border, the line as principle of property and belonging reaches an extreme dimension where it physically defines the sphere of its relations. Those who transgress it reconstruct these imaginary lines on a daily basis, redefining the traditional geography and occupying the non-spaces where others live in a temporary form of existence. These others, the non-citizens, are phantasmtic, exchangeable parts of a flexible market. Made invisible, they are permanently controlled persons. Under the pretext of a greater civilian security, they are kept clear from the public spaces reserved for the citizens with rights and pushed into non-public spaces, which are run by state and military surveillance, multinational operations servicing a European market and non-governmental organisations.

Director: Àlex Muñoz, Helena Maleno
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 13 min
Release Date:
Editing: Víctor Rins
Production: La Maquina Vegetariana de Picar Carne y Pandeajo
Country: Spain
Language: Español
Original Language: es

Themes

Birds: Flight and Migration in the Sky, Bird Migration and Freedom in the Sky

Keywords

spain, morocco, migration, conflict, arab stereotype, andalusia, spain, ethnic conflict, borders

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Southern Border about?
On the border, the line as principle of property and belonging reaches an extreme dimension where it physically defines the sphere of its relations. Those who transgress it reconstruct these imaginary lines on a daily basis, redefining the traditional geography and occupying the non-spaces where others live in a temporary form of existence. These others, the non-citizens, are phantasmtic, exchangeable parts of a flexible market. Made invisible, they are permanently controlled persons. Under the pretext of a greater civilian security, they are kept clear from the public spaces reserved for the citizens with rights and pushed into non-public spaces, which are run by state and military surveillance, multinational operations servicing a European market and non-governmental organisations.
Who directed Southern Border?
Southern Border was directed by Àlex Muñoz, Helena Maleno.
How long is Southern Border?
Southern Border has a runtime of 13m (13 minutes).
What genre is Southern Border?
Southern Border is a Documentary film.
Where was Southern Border produced?
Southern Border was produced in Spain.
What are the themes of Southern Border?
The themes of Southern Border include: Birds: Flight and Migration in the Sky, Bird Migration and Freedom in the Sky.