Film: A Tribute to M’Bissine Thérèse Diop
Saturday, July 1, 2023, 8–10 pm
Celebrate the legacy of Senegalese actress M’Bissine Thérèse Diop (born 1949) by watching her star in Ousmane Sembène’s landmark film Black Girl (1966, 55 min.). Then, hear about Diop’s experience as a Black actor in the 1960s by watching her in Johanna Makabi’s documentary Notre mémoire (2021, 12 min.). Presented in partnership with the African Film Festival. This program may not be suitable for all audiences.
Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Auditorium, 3rd Floor