Walter Rodney: What They Don't Want You to Know (Arlen Harris and Daniyal Harris-Vajda, 2023) - An anticolonial historian, Black Power, Cold War conspiracies, the end of empire, and how that connects to the policing and surveillance practices of today. This film delves into the life and legacy of Dr. Walter Rodney, a prominent historian, activist, and champion for civil rights. 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. 72 min.
Post screening discussion featuring Walter Rodney scholar Timeless.
Location
The Broad Theater (View)
636 N. Broad St
New Orleans, LA 70119
United States