Noirs en France at SMU - screening with Q&A with Alain Mabanckou
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Immerse yourself in the captivating documentary Noirs en France, narrated by Alain Mabanckou, followed by an engaging conversation exploring the multifaceted aspects of the Francophonie. Don't miss the chance to participate in a stimulating Q&A session with the acclaimed author himself.
Screening at SMU
Frances Anne Moody Hall Auditorium
6404 Airline Rd,
Dallas, TX 75205
6-9 pm
About Alain Mabanckou
Born in Congo-Brazzaville in 1966, Alain Mabanckou is a novelist, poet, journalist and academic. In 2015, he was professor of artistic creation at the prestigious Collège de France. He currently teaches literature and creative writing in the Department of French & Francophone Studies and African Studies Center at UCLA.
Known for his novels and non-fiction writing depicting the experience of contemporary Africa and the African diaspora in France, Alain Mabanckou is among the most recognized Franco African writers in France in contemporary literature.
In 2006, he won the Prix Renaudot, one of the highest distinctions in French literature, for his novel Mémoires de porc-épic (2006).
Mark your calendars and join us for these enlightening encounters with Alain Mabanckou, as we celebrate the richness and diversity of the Francophonie together!