Walter Rodney, What They Don’t Want You To Know

Screening June 15, 2024

Showtimes

Saturday, June 15

11:00am

Ticketing

$13 /General Admission

$10 /FACETS Members

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This compelling documentary delves into the life and legacy of Dr. Walter Rodney, a prominent historian, activist, and a champion for the fight against colonialism.  

Through a series of enlightening interviews and footage captured across Guyana, Barbados, Jamaica, Tanzania, the United States, and the United Kingdom, the film presents a comprehensive portrait of a man who dedicated his life to fostering unity in the face of adversity. Rodney’s ideals and struggles continue to resonate with contemporary global movements for social justice and equality.  

 

Directed by Arlen Harris and Daniyal Harris-Vajda, 2023, 72 minutes, Documentary, UK

ADIFF CHICAGO 2024

The screening is a part of ADIFF Chicago 2024. Since its inception, ADIFF Chicago have presented culturally significant films that explore the Black and Indigenous experience, giving a multidimensional voice to often misrepresented realities and peoples.

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