The manifesto claims the union is threatened from the outside, and from within Europe itself from people “looking for a way out”. The manifesto says: “Let us remember that Europe united for peace. What started as a union of six countries has now grown to include 28 countries in a unique alliance that is inspiring for all of humanity. Sir Alan Parker (Ian West/PA)“A free and democratic Europe is a Europe of creativity, freedom of thought and expression. The manifesto was initiated by groups including the French Film Directors’ Guild and the Federation of European Film Directors.

Source: Irish Independent May 22, 2019 10:41 UTC