Film

Adwa — An African Victory

Dir. Haile Gerima

1990 | 97 min

In 1896, Ethiopian forces armed mainly with spears and knives, defeat a well-equipped and organized Italian military bent on colonization. This victory ignited a flame of hope for freedom and independence in the hearts of African people.

The screening will be introduced by Nicole Brooks. In the performing arts world, Nicole Brooks is beyond a triple-threat. Her extensive accomplishments include filmmaker, director, performer, singer, playwright, composer, curator, teacher and ‘art-ivist’. Brooks has devoted over 20 years producing innovative content (for both the stage and screen), with a focus on narratives that illuminate the peoples of the African Diaspora.