Broken View

Broken View
Directed byHannes Verhoustraete
Directed by
Hannes Verhoustraete
A poetic essay film on the colonial gaze and the magic lantern. This early type of image projector was used in Belgian colonial propaganda, showcasing the good works of the Church, State and industry. Lantern projections were an effective way of selling the colonial project to a somewhat reluctant Belgian public.
Last Updated: December 20, 2025