Cooking up Democracy
A film by Monika Treut, in coproduction with Ljubljana Pride Association, Kinodvor and Ecrans Mixtes Film Festival from Lyon.
The documentary “Cooking Up Democracy” (Germany, 2026, 87 min) by acclaimed director Monika Treut takes us into the heart of Taiwanese society, where democracy is not taken for granted but practiced every day.
At a time when many democracies are struggling with ongoing crises, Taiwan stands out as a place of resilience and innovation. Together with former Digital Minister Audrey Tang, the film explores a vibrant activist scene shaped by queer and feminist perspectives and new forms of civic participation.
From traditional teahouses to digital platforms, the film reveals how freedom can spark creativity and connect people — across generations, communities, and ideas. “Cooking Up Democracy” is both a portrait of a society and an inspiring reflection on what it means to live democracy today.
Tickets: 4€
Accessibility
Location and entrance
- The event will be held in one of the cinema Kinodvor rooms. Enter through the main entrance. The staff and organisers will be able to direct you to the event space.
- The entrance is located from the side of Kolodvorska street.
- Open the exact location of the entrance – link.
Architectural accessibility
- Access to the Hall is possible by elevator (lift capacity is max. 280 kg), and the entrance to the Cafeteria is without steps.
- There is also an adapted toilet next to the Hall. Access to the Small Hall for people with reduced mobility is currently not possible, we are looking for a suitable solution.
- The part of Kolodvorska Street leading to Kinodvor is closed off with a submerged bollard. Kinodvor staff can allow vehicles to access the cinema for short periods of time (there is a “Kinodvor” button on the bollard), but vehicles cannot be left in front of the cinema because we do not have an allocated parking space.
- There is a possibility to use a wheelchair, which is stored near the Small Hall. To use it to access the Hall, please contact the box office staff.
- The nearest parking lot for people in wheelchairs is in front of the building at Kolodvorska ulica 6.
- Source: Kinodvor’s website.
Language and communication
- The movie’s languages are English, Mandarin, Taiwanese. The subtitles will be in Slovene and English. The conversation with guests will be held in English.
- Organisers will be able to communicate in Slovene and English.
- There will be no sign language interpreters present.
Signing up
- To participate in the event you have to purchase a 4 EUR ticket from the ticket office in the cinema building, or online via Kinodvor’s website.
- During the event you might be asked to sign a participation list.
Sensory conditions
- The film’s sound will be playing through cinema speakers. The guests and the moderator will use microphones during the talk after the movie.
- It is possible to leave the room and building, and enter again, upon showing the correct ticket.
- At the ground floor of the cinema, there is a cafe, with tables and chairs, as well as sofas and benches.
- Before and after the event people will be gathering in the hall and in front of the building, which might create a crowd and make it harder to access the ticket office or entrance.
Quiet space
- There is no designated quiet space during the event.
