Together Films are delighted to partner with Ted and Vanessa Hope and Seine Pictures for their Protect Democracy Screening Series for INVISIBLE NATION.
“We determined well in advance that the goal of the film’s release was impact. We did not define impact as number of eyeballs either. Impact is change, actual change. Impact is leading people to action. Impact betters this world. Hearts and minds, my friend, hearts and minds — that’s what we look to affect.”
– Ted Hope, producer of INVISIBLE NATION
November 5-16
HOW TO FIGHT AUTHORITARIANISM
Disinformation, repression, and geopolitical influence are spreading rapidly. Regimes like Russia, China, and Iran exploit media and control resources, trade, and social networks. They coordinate across strategic areas of vulnerability, while democracies compartmentalize foreign policy by region or issue. Furthermore, autocracies’ tools: corruption, kleptocracy and disinformation work in a system where oligarchs use Western legal/financial systems to launder money and buy influence. These tactics destabilize democracies from within, fueling far-right populism, xenophobia, structural racism, and white and male supremacy.
INVISIBLE NATION shows practical and effective strategies used in Taiwan for pushing back against authoritarian influence from coalition building, and the role of civil society, and social justice, to how international alliances can support nations on the frontlines of defense against authoritarianism. In addition to our key cast and crew, panelists include: Scot Nakagawa, Van Jackson, and Catherine Lila Chou.
Live Panel: Saturday, November 16 | 7pm ET / 4pm PT
Watch the Film Online: November 5-16
October 22-26
HOW TO HOLD ONTO DEMOCRACY FEATURING STACEY ABRAMS AND JASMINE CROCKETT
Around the world, democratic institutions are under growing pressure from authoritarian threats. INVISIBLE NATION reveals how free societies can defend expression, strengthen civic participation, and build resilience against both internal and external challenges.
Using Taiwan as a powerful case study, this film highlights lessons relevant to every democracy – and everyone fighting for one. Join us to watch the film and our virtual panel to explore how democracies can endure – and thrive.
Live Panel: Sunday, October 26 | 7pm ET / 4pm PT
Moderated by: Michelle Kuo, Author
Speakers:
- Vanessa Hope, Director, INVISIBLE NATION
- Stacey Abrams, Former Georgia House Minority Leader
- Jasmine Crockett, United States Representative
Watch the replay!
December 3-7
CONNECTING DEMOCRACIES GLOBALLY
Democracies flourish when they work together. This event will examine how international relationships—parliamentary alliances, civic networks, and cross-border collaborations—can strengthen democratic practices. Using Taiwan’s partnerships as a focal point, participants will discuss opportunities for deeper connections between legislatures, NGOs, and grassroots movements across continents. Democracies must urgently build their own global alliances of activists, governments, businesses, and citizens, around transparency, accountability, and solidarity.
Live Panel: Sunday, December 7 | 7pm ET / 4pm TP
Panelists to be announced
Watch the Film Online: December 3-8
January 7-11, 2026
HOW TO PROMOTE FACTS AND TRUTH
In an age of information warfare, defending truth is vital. Leading journalists and digital strategists will explore methods to counter disinformation—such as exposing campaigns, reforming social media algorithms, and supporting independent media and exile networks.
The discussion will highlight Taiwan’s pioneering approaches to countering disinformation as seen in INVISIBLE NATION, and consider how storytelling, technology, and education can build more informed societies.
Live Panel: Sunday, January 11 | 7pm ET / 4pm TP
Panelists to be announced
Watch the Film Online: January 7-11
January 28 – February 1
WHY TAIWAN MUST BE INCLUDED IN INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
Global governance is at a crossroads. This conversation will imagine what a more representative international order could look like — one that includes Taiwan and other marginalized countries in institutions like the United Nations, World Health Organization, and Interpol. Experts will debate pathways for reform to make international institutions more inclusive and effective with Taiwan’s role as a key focus.
Live Panel: Sunday, February 1 | 7pm ET / 4pm PT
Panelists to be announced
Watch the Film Online: January 28- February 1
March 3-8, 2026
WHY AUTHORITARIANS FEAR WOMEN
Women have historically played vital roles in resisting authoritarian regimes, yet their contributions are often overlooked and undervalued. Male strongmen demand personality cults, vertical loyalty, that truth is replaced by propaganda, and independent authorities are delegitimized. Authoritarian leaders seek to control women’s autonomy to consolidate power; curtailing women’s autonomy is foundational to authoritarianism, not incidental. INVISIBLE NATION highlights how women mobilize and create community, and foster local action to defend democracy. Women-led diplomacy is one of the most important tools for peace and security.
Live Panel: Sunday, March 8 | 7pm ET / 4pm TP
Panelists to be announced
Watch the Film Online: March 3-8
