As part of its Ciné-Club “Technology and the Future of Our Societies”, the Tech Hub invites you to a new screening and discussion exploring the political, ethical, and societal implications of digital technologies.
For this edition, we will be screening The Fifth Estate (2013), a gripping film that delves into the rise of WikiLeaks and the tensions surrounding transparency, power, and responsibility in the digital age.
About the film
Directed by Bill Condon and starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Daniel Brühl, The Fifth Estate traces the early years of WikiLeaks through the complex relationship between its founder and his closest collaborator. The film explores the promises and perils of radical transparency, asking difficult questions about the role of technology in reshaping journalism, diplomacy, and global politics.
Rather than offering simple answers, the film invites viewers to reflect on the fragile balance between public interest, ethical responsibility, and the human consequences of digital disruption.
About the Ciné-Club
Organised in partnership with the State of Geneva, HES-SO Genève, the University of Geneva, and the Pôle de Création Numérique, this monthly ciné-club examines how technology is transforming our societies. Each screening is followed by a discussion with experts, offering critical perspectives on the themes raised by the film.
Practical information
- Date & time: 24 February 2026, 20:30
- Venue: Les Cinémas du Grütli, Geneva
- Language: Original version with subtitles
🎟️ Free tickets for students
25 free tickets are available for students of the Geneva Graduate Institute.
To request a ticket, please contact ralph.muller@graduateinstitute.ch.