Now at the ICC, we will have a special movie screening of “Blindspotting”. This film opened at the “Sundance Film Festival” in 2018 and has been critically acclaimed throughout its showings at other festivals around the world.
Rated by former president Barack Obama as his favorite film of 2018.It cuts right to the heart of racial issues while also overflowing with scenes full of humour and brotherhood and infused with the spirit and language of hip-hop to create a real gem of comedy drama film.
This film is a great opportunity to see friendship that overcomes races and minorities.
Don’t miss this chance to see this fantastic film before it opens in Japan!
This is a fascinating opportunity for you, who will dive to global field, to find their friendship over their case and your minority.
Don’t miss it!
Story
Collin must make it through his final three days of probation for a chance at a new beginning. He and his troublemaking childhood best friend, Miles, work as movers and are forced to watch their old neighborhood become a trendy spot in the rapidly gentrifying Bay Area. When a life-altering event causes Collin to miss his mandatory curfew, the two men struggle to maintain their friendship as the changing social landscape exposes their differences. Explores the intersection of race and class set against the backdrop of Oakland.
Date & Time
July 25th (Thu) 2019, 12:45pm-2:30pm (Doors Open: 12:30pm)
Place
B104 (Bldg 26, B1 Floor)
Eligibility
All Waseda University Students, Staff
Language
English. Japanese subtitles.
Fee
Free
Registration
Not Required
Capacity
60 seats (first come, first served)
Organizer
Waseda University Intercultural Communication Center (ICC)
Co-Organizer
REGENTS
Related information
“Blindspotting” Official website
“Blindspotting” Official Facebook
“Blindspotting” Official Twitter
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