New realistic road safety film to be shown in mobile cinemas across Malta and Gozo

by Gozo News · December 11, 2025

An educational film was officially launched on Wednesday evening as part of the ‘Think Twice!’ campaign during a special event held in Ta’ Qali.

The Transport Ministry explained that a realistic reconstruction of a traffic accident gave a close look at what happens in the first minutes after a collision, the crucial moments following the impact as well as the immediate intervention of public officials and emergency services.

All of this showed not only the technical aspect of an accident, but above all the human toll and the tragic consequences that such cases often leave behind.

Minister for Transport, Infrastructure and Public Works Chris Bonett stressed the importance of this initiative as part of the wider ‘Think Twice!’ campaign. “We talk a lot about fatalities and accidents, but often the talk remains superficial. This video has a greater impact because people can relate to what they are seeing.”

He added that the campaign goes beyond traditional messages such as not drinking and driving, and highlighted that today we are also seeing new factors contributing to accidents including drug use and using mobile phones while driving.

The film’s director, Jason Zerafa, said that the experience was one that really touched him. “While we were filming, I realised that the heartbreaking scenes that the actors were acting out were real situations that unfortunately people go through.”

The film aims to convey the message to the public in a direct, graphic and immersive way. Through a realistic and emotional story, with graphic elements suitable only for adults, this video will raise awareness about how one wrong decision can lead to major consequences that have a devastating effect on the life of the person or others.

In the coming weeks, this short film will begin showing in a specially designed mobile cinema that will be touring the main towns and villages around Malta and Gozo. The initiative will continue beyond the festive period because road safety is a priority all year round, the Ministry said.