Congratulations to Professor Philip Kaisary on the release of his new book, From Havana to Hollywood: Slave Resistance in the Cinematic Imaginary.
Professor Kaisary’s book critically examines how Black agency has been portrayed in cinema, focusing on the stark differences between Hollywood and Cuban cinema. In Hollywood, the representation of Black resistance has often been sidelined, while Cuban filmmakers have placed Black agency at the forefront, challenging dominant narratives of slavery in North America and Europe.
The launch event featured a lively conversation between Philip and special guests Adrian Harewood, Stacy Douglas, and Aubrey Anable, where they delved into the themes of the book and the broader implications of cinematic portrayals of slavery and resistance.
We would also like to extend a special thank you to the wonderful staff at @wisetowncafe for hosting this memorable event!
Philip Kaisary is currently the Ruth and Mark Phillips Professor of Cultural Mediations and an Associate Professor in the Department of Law and Legal Studies, the Department of English Language and Literature, and the Institute for Comparative Studies in Literature, Art, and Culture at Carleton University. He is also the author of The Haitian Revolution in the Literary Imagination: Radical Horizons, Conservative Constraints.
