The 1619 Project: A Special Discussion

100 Ivan Allen Junior Boulevard Northwest,Atlanta GA 30313

28 January, 2023

Description

To celebrate the release of Hulu’s The 1619 Project, you and your university are invited to a special screening of “DEMOCRACY”, the first episode from the Hulu original docuseries The 1619 Project, followed by a special discussion with Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones, moderated by Dr. David Wall Rice, Professor of Psychology at Morehouse College and Principal Investigator of the Identity, Art and Democracy Lab. The six-part documentary series, based on the groundbreaking New York Times essays, podcast, and award-winning book, examines the legacy of slavery in America, and explores how it has shaped nearly all aspects of our society today. From policing to music to capitalism – and even the principles of our democracy itself. The 1619 Project premieres Thursday, January 26th on Hulu. Complimentary refreshments will be provided. EVENT DETAILS WHEN: Saturday, January 28th TIME: 2:00pm – 5:00pm EST WHERE: National Center for Civil and Human Rights @ The Glenn Screening Room ADDRESS: 100 Ivan Allen, Jr Blvd. NW , Atlanta, GA 30313 WHO: Students and Faculty can attend the museum to watch an exclusive screening of “DEMOCRACY” and attend a post-screening conversation between Nikole Hannah-Jones and Dr. David Wall Rice Free Admission to the Museum | Free Food & Beverage | Exclusive Screening | Post-Screening Conversation ABOUT THE EPISODE: DEMOCRACY Directed by Roger Ross Williams Told through Pulitzer Prize-winning author Nikole Hannah-Jones’ personal story, historical events and the modern fights for voting rights, “Democracy” explores Black America’s centuries-long fight to democratize America and hold it to its founding ideals. ABOUT THE 1619 PROJECT Hulu’s The 1619 Project is a six-part docuseries that expands upon “The 1619 Project” created by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones and The New York Times Magazine. The series seeks to reframe the country’s history by placing the consequences of slavery and the contributions of Black Americans at the very center of our national narrative. The episodes - Democracy, Race, Music, Capitalism, Fear and Justice - are adapted from essays from the recently published book, “The 1619 Project: A New Origin Story”, and examine how the legacy of slavery shapes different aspects of contemporary American life. The series, hosted by Nikole Hannah-Jones, is a Lionsgate Production in association with One Story Up Productions, Harpo Films and The New York Times. It was executive produced by Nikole Hannah-Jones; Academy Award-winning director Roger Ross Williams; Caitlin Roper, an editor of “The 1619 Project” and The New York Times’ executive producer for film and television; Kathleen Lingo, The New York Times’ editorial director for film and television; and Oprah Winfrey. Peabody Award-winning executive producer Shoshana Guy served as the showrunner.