New York College (NYU) is about to host an attractive screening of the documentary, Reimagining Queen Nanny: Her Sword, A Seed.
The movie will dive into the life and legacy of the Jamaican nationwide hero, Queen Nanny of the Maroons on Tuesday, October 10, from 6 to eight p.m.
The occasion takes place on the King Juan Carlos I of Spain Heart’s screening room, nestled at 53 Washington Sq. South.
Panel dialogue with business specialists
The screening will probably be adopted by a fascinating panel dialogue will ensue, shedding extra mild on the acclaimed documentary.
In attendance would be the movie’s producer and NYU Professor Leo Douglas, and the proficient narrator and co-writer of the documentary, Marcia Douglas.
Leo Douglas not solely imparts data as a scientific affiliate professor at NYU Liberal Research but additionally oversees the Caribbean Initiative within the Heart for Caribbean and Latin American Research (CLACS).
However, Marcia Douglas occupies the place of affiliate chair for inventive writing on the College of Colorado Boulder.
Insights into Queen Nanny’s legacy
The screening is greater than leisure; it’s an academic enterprise into the lifetime of Queen Nanny of the Maroons.
Born in present-day Ghana, Queen Nanny was a pivotal determine among the many Jamaican Maroons who valiantly fought for freedom from enslavement within the 18th-century colony of Jamaica. Not solely celebrated for her exceptional abilities in rebel warfare, however Queen Nanny additionally made important contributions as an early Afro-Caribbean eco-spiritual chief, a aspect of her life that continues to be lesser-known but intriguing.
Moreover, the documentary rigorously chronicles her central position whereas delving into very important themes of racial id, gender, sexuality, and faith.
Celebrating the lives of Jamaica’s heroes
The documentary screening and subsequent dialogue coincide with the observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day and the Nationwide Heroes’ Month of Jamaica.
The occasion is free and open to the general public.
Registration is required on the NYU events calendar. For extra info or to request accessibility lodging, please e-mail [email protected] or name 212.998.7120.
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