Soirée ciné - The Myth of the Black Woman - and discussion with artist Nadege Tessono Okotie

Friday, March 8, 2024 From 6:00 PM To 8:00 PM Add to Calendar 2024-03-08 18:00:00 2024-03-08 20:00:00 Soirée ciné - The Myth of the Black Woman - and discussion with artist Nadege Tessono Okotie Join us for this screening of The Myth of the Black Woman in partnership with La Délégation du Québec in Boston followed by a discussion with the artist Nadege Tessono Okotie French Library, 53 Marlborough Street, Boston, MA, United States America/New_York

At French Library

Join us for the screening of The Myth of the Black Woman in partnership with La Délégation du Québec followed by a discussion with artist Nadege Tessono Okotie

“The Myth of the Black Woman” is a feature-length documentary which investigates the image of black women in society, from the hypersexual Jezebel to the amiable Nanny, including the insolent “Bitch”.
According to specialists, the black community is the minority most affected by images created years ago centuries. Black women, acclaimed leaders in their field, tell of the challenges that these representations of them entail in their lives. Their exciting stories are supported by never-before-seen and fascinating archival footage from centuries past until our days.

Then join us with artist Nadege Tessono Okotie to talk about the experience and day-to-day resonance of the documentary.

Movie in French with English subtitles. The Q&A that will follow the screening will be in English.

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About Nadege D. Tessono Okotie

Nadege D. Tessono Okotie, a seasoned visual artist, has honed her craft for over two decades. Her diverse work includes 2-dimensional graphic design, illustration, textiles, patterns, and printmaking, showcasing her versatile artistic pursuits.

Her artistic expressions craft captivating narratives, rekindling perspectives and lived experiences that explore her identity. Nadege's creative exploration delves deeply into pattern design, symbolism, language, textiles, textures, black identity, women-centric perspectives, and cultural influences.

A distinctive aspect of Nadege's work is her exploration of themes related to black identity and her endeavors in celebrating and empowering women. This creates a profound connection through shared experiences and perspectives.

Nadege is dedicated to active community engagement in both her professional and personal life, recognizing the pivotal role of visual influence in the arts. She is not only an artist but also a facilitator and visual communicator. Her balance between collaborative and solo artistic endeavors is achieved through facilitating arts-based projects and workshops. She actively participates in exhibitions hosted by educational institutions, community organizations, and various communal platforms.

Nadege holds a Master of Education in Community Arts and Education from Lesley University, as well as a Bachelor of Arts in Visual Communication with a minor in Art Studio from Framingham State University.

You can view Nadege’s work at www.shemovesforward.com

About the realisation

Ayana O’Shun is a director, screenwriter and producer. His films have been selected in more than sixty national and international festivals, including the medium-length documentary “Les Mains Noires – Trial of the Incendiary Slave” (Radio-Canada/RDI) which won several awards. For example, the Dikola Prize for “Best Documentary Film” at the Cannes International Pan-African Film Festival and the “Best Foreign Film” prize at the Festival Écrans Noirs in Yaoundé, sponsored by SODEC and TV5 Monde.
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This event is co-presented with La Délégation du Québec in Boston

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