Saturday, October 4, 2008 at 5:00 p.m. & 8:00 p.m.
(1997, 57 min.)
This portrait of the Nigerian-born writer examines how one of Africa's greatest
living authors—and modern Africa itself—were shaped by a history
of racism and colonialism. In an interview, Achebe discusses
Africa's colonialist history, the nature of indigenous African religious
and philosophical beliefs, and the artistry and human significance of literature.
Also screening a short narrative video A Barber's Wisdom (2000,
26min) by Nigerian filmmaker Amaka Igwe.
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October, 2008 - 2008