Film Screening: “Il Moro” (The Moor)
When and Where
Thursday, November 30, 2023 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Room 400
Muzzo Family Alumni Hall
121 St. Joseph Street
Speakers
Daphne Di Cinto
Laura Ingallinella
Angelica Pesarini
Alberto Zambenedetti
Description
Join us for the screening of the award-winning short film “Il Moro” (The Moor), 2021, now in consideration for the Best Live Action Short Film Category for the 96th award season!
Il Moro - The Moor is a short film about the untold story of Alessandro de’ Medici, the first Duke of Florence in 1530 and the first man of African descent to become a head of state in Renaissance Europe. While unveiling a true story from the past, the film aims to speak loudly of the situations that Black Europeans are still experiencing today and to celebrate the talent of today's Afro-European community.
Film in Italian with English subtitles. Discussion in English.
Program:
- 5:30 - 6 PM Light Refreshments
- 6 - 6:30 PM Introduction by Angelica Pesarini and Laura Ingallinella
- 6:30 - 7 PM Film Screening
- 7 - 8 PM Question & Answer session with Director Daphne Di Cinto moderated by Alberto Zambenedetti
All times stated in Eastern Time.
No registration required to attend.
Contact Information
Sponsors
- Emilio Goggio Chair in Italian Studies - University of Toronto
- Centre for Renaissance and Reformation Studies
Map
121 St. Joseph Street