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Timbuktu

Yrjönkatu 36, 00100 Helsinki
Institut Francais de Finlande

The French institute in Finland and AfriStadi are arranging the screening of Timbuktu in March.

The French institute in Finland and AfriStadi are arranging the screening of Timbuktu in March.

“Timbuktu” is a 2014 film directed by Abderrahmane Sissako. The film takes place in the ancient city of Timbuktu, Mali, which is occupied by extremist jihadists. The film explores the lives of the city’s residents as they navigate the imposed strict laws and regulations of the occupiers. 

The film follows the story of a cattle herder and his family, who are caught in the middle of the conflict, and highlights the beauty of the city’s culture and heritage even amidst the violence and turmoil. Through its powerful portrayal of the impact of extremism on a community, “Timbuktu” provides a thought-provoking meditation on the human spirit and the importance of cultural preservation. 

 

Abderrahmane Sissako: Timbuktu (2013)
Languages: French, Arab, Bambara, Tamasheq
Subtitles in French

 

Helsinki University Africa Research Forum for Social Sciences and Humanities – Afristadi fosters research and research dissemination, with two key goals:
to overcome the limits of Euro-centric knowledge in social sciences and humanities and advocate and fundraise for a greater involvement of African researchers in Africa-related research
to mainstream the scientific and societal contributions of Africa research at the University of Helsinki and beyond

 

French Institute in Finland

23.3.2023

17.00-18.40

Free entry, pre-registration via Eventbrite