Babs van Es, Tamarah Sies and Dylan Veerbeek Introduction In a previous Key Concept, we have discussed the concept of mobility in three different languages and connected this to the 2018 film Roma, by Alfonso Cuarón. In this Key Concept we will delve further into mobility by exploring the concept of Female Rage across the…

A short analysis of the concept ¨home¨ in Jeunes mères by the Dardenne brothers Emma Mary Colazingari, Jian Jiang Giovanella, Nienke Wilhelmina Galama Universiteit Utrecht Transnational cinemas and literatures 12 May 2026   Introduction The concept of “home” is often understood as more than simply a physical dwelling. Home is associated with emotional belonging, safety,…

Artem Frolov, Anouk Fluit and Manon Schipper Home in Roma  The concept of home can be understood in many ways by its functions and perspectives. It is not only a physical space where people live but also something connected to emotions, relationships and behavior. Because of this home is a flexible concept that can be…

Babs van Es, Tamarah Sies and Dylan Veerbeek Introduction Here we will be discussing the concept of mobility in a few manners. This key concept will first examine the concept of mobility in three different languages: Dutch, Italian and Papiamentu. Afterwards, these meanings and interpretations will be connected to the themes represented in Roma, the 2018…

Written by:  Sara Ligtvoet, Yael Prenger Originally Published June 2025 Introduction Precarity manifests across various life aspects, with this entry focusing on mental health. According to the American Psychological Association, “precarity refers to an overriding state of vulnerability, insecurity, lack of power and agency, and sometimes, existential threat.” This fragile state can lead to mental health…

Written by:  Elsemieke Koper, Sara Ligtvoet, Yael Prenger, Christiaan van Romondt Originally Published May 2025 Introduction Precarity: ‘a state of persistent uncertainty or insecurity with regard to employment, income, and living standards’, as stated by the Oxford English Dictionary. The word precarity, introduced in the English vocabulary in circa 1910, is derived from the French…

Written by: Hadewych Brinkman, Marie Kuball, Marieke Lauwrier Originally Published May 2025 Introduction Cambridge dictionary gives the noun work three main definitions. Firstly, as an activity in which an individual exerts mental or physical effort, often for remuneration (Work). Furthermore, it is seen as a place where a person goes to carry out their job…