UniverCity goes Cinema –
Film & Discussion: ‘My Father, the Migrant Worker’

On 12 May 2026, we will be screening the autobiographical documentary ´My Father, the Guest Worker´ by Yüksel Yavuz at the Endstation.Kino. The film shows a sensitive portrait of the director’s father, who worked at a shipyard in Hamburg from 1968 to 1984 without ever truly settling in Germany. In it, Yavuz powerfully explores the familial and socio-political dimensions of labour migration, as well as biographical narratives in the context of migration and (guest) labour.

Following the screening, we will embark on a socio-political exploration: where do we find the themes of the film reflected in today’s political and social debates?
To this end, we invite you to a moderated discussion with director Yüksel Yavuz and Prof. Dr. Çinur Ghaderiu (EvH Bochum). The discussion will be moderated by Prof. Dr. Narku Laing (EvH Bochum).

Tickets (€5.50 reduced/ €8.00 standard) can be purchased directly online from Endstation Kino or at the venue.