Director Gianina Cărbunariu observes that family gatherings in Romania are increasingly becoming battlegrounds for political disputes. What begins as a peaceful meal with conversation about daily life inevitably shifts toward heated arguments centered on politics. She notes these disagreements frequently pit “globalists” against “sovereignists” within families. Cărbunariu emphasizes that individuals don’t initially intend to quarrel, yet the dynamic unfolds organically. This shift transforms moments meant for familial connection into contentious debates. The director’s observations highlight a growing trend of political polarization impacting personal relationships within Romanian households. These battles are not their own, she says, but are fought nonetheless.