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Celebrate Francophone Day with a free screening of this thrilling sci-fi fantasy.
Viewers of The Animal Kingdom are dropped into a coming-of-age story set in a world hit by an outbreak of mutations gradually transforming some humans into animals. It follows François as he does everything he can to save his wife, who is affected by this mysterious condition. As some of the creatures disappear into a nearby forest, he embarks with Émile, their 16-year-old son, on a quest that will change their lives forever.The film, which premiered at the 76th Cannes Film Festival, draws parallels with our societal and individual responses to recent epidemics, as well as issues like identity, tolerance, and difference. It was nominated for 12 César awards (the highest film award in France) and won 5, including Best Cinematography. In French with English subtitles. (128 mins., DCP)
This screening is part of the annual Francophone Day Celebration organized by Ohio State’s Department of French and Italian. Guest speaker Associate Professor Maggie Flinn will introduce the film and lead a postscreening conversation. You can find more information on the Francophone Day event page.
IMAGE CAPTIONThe Animal Kingdom, courtesy of Magnolia Pictures.
Review: “A Beastly Disease,” Manohla Dargis, New York TimesReview: “The Animal Kingdom,” Monica Castillo, Roger Ebert.com
This screening is organized and supported by the Wexner Center’s Department of Learning & Public Practice and Ohio State’s Department of French and Italian.
LEARNING & PUBLIC PRACTICE PROGRAMS MADE POSSIBLE BYCoverMyMedsHuntingtonADDITIONAL SUPPORT PROVIDED BYOhio Arts CouncilThe Ohio State University Office of Outreach & Engagement Milton and Sally Avery Arts FoundationMartha Holden Jennings FoundationBarbara and Sheldon Pinchuk Arts-Community Outreach FundSUPPORT FOR LEARNING & PUBLIC PRACTICE RESIDENCIES PROVIDED BYMike and Paige Crane WEXNER CENTER PROGRAMS MADE POSSIBLE BYGreater Columbus Arts CouncilThe Wexner FamilyInstitute of Museum and Library ServicesMellon FoundationEvery Page FoundationOhio Arts Council, with support from the National Endowment for the ArtsCampusParc Nationwide Foundation Lois S. and H. Roy Chope Fund of The Columbus FoundationThe Columbus FoundationAxium PackagingADDITIONAL SUPPORT PROVIDED BYOhio History Fund/Ohio History ConnectionDavid Crane and Elizabeth DangLouise Lambert Braver
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