France Today Live Masterclass – Josephine Baker: The Cinematic Legacy of A French Hero | EUROtoday
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Thursday, October 2nd 12:00 – 14:00 (East)
Step Into the Dazzling World of Josephine Baker With Film Scholar Dr. Terris Francis on this unique Two-Hour Masterclass. This occasion unfolds in Two Parts, Separated by has 10-pressure intermission. In Part One, Journey Through Baker’s Extraordinary Life: From Her Humble Beginnings in St. Louis to Her Meteoric Rise the “Queen of Paris,” Her Courageous Role As a Hero of the French Resistance, and Her Creation of the Rainbow Tribe. Discover How Baker Shattered Barriers and Became A Symbol of Freedom, Resilience, and Artry for Generations. In Part Two, Dr. Francis Delves Into Baker’s Groundbreaking But Often Overloooked Film Career. Explore Her Starring Roles in Silent and Sound Films Such As Siren of the Tropics, Zouzou, and Princess Tam Tam Tam, and examines How Baker’s Films Shaped Global Black Film History and Why Her Legacy As A Pioneering Film Star Remains Vital TODAY.
About Our Speaker:
Dr. Francis Has Curated influencing movie sequence, Published Research in Major Journals, and offered commentary for nationwide public radio. As Train Director of the Black Film Center/Archive at Indiana University, She spearhead Acquisitions and packages that expanded the archive’s international attain. Her Expertise and Passion for Cinema Make Her A Sought-After Speaker and A Guiding Voice in Re-Examining Film History’s Most Iconic Figure.
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France Today Live Masterclass – Josephine Baker: The Cinematic Legacy of a French Hero