by Tom Cullen

Fred Kuwornu, an Italian activist and director, screened and discussed his documentary "BlaxploItalian 100 Years of Blackness" in the Italian Cinema on Tuesday, Nov. 3 at Harriman Hall. Born, raised and schooled in Italy, Kuwornu, who is also Ghanaian, wanted to show the history and mistreatment of black actors in his home country from early silent films to modern times.

His documentary is mostly in Italian. The documentary initiates a social campaign that "demands more diversity in the film industry in Europe," Kuwornu said. Modern Italy Professor Mario Mignone arranged for the speaker and screening. 

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Source: http://sbstatesman.com/