THE ECONOMIC CLUB OF SOUTHWESTERN MICHIGAN SPEAKER SERIES
Colorization: One Hundred Years of Black Films in a White World
Wil Haygood – Biographer, Pulitzer Finalist, Award-winning Author & Reporter
Thursday, Jan. 19, 7:30 p.m.
Book signing meet & greet opportunity following the presentation
NEW YORK TIMES CRITICS’ TOP BOOK OF THE YEAR
ONE OF NPR’S BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR
“At once a film book, a history book, and a civil rights book…Without a doubt, not only the very best film book [but] also one of the best books of the year in any genre. An absolutely essential read.” ~ Shondaland
New York Times bestselling author Wil Haygood tells the story of America through the lens of history, politics, sports, and race. He will discuss his newest book, “Colorization: One Hundred Years of Black Films in a White World.” In it, he offers an unprecedented look at the history of Black cinema, from “Gone with the Wind” to Blaxploitation films to “Black Panther.”
In-person tickets – $30 | $40 | $50 | $60
Pre-speaker dinner – $35
Live stream tickets – $20
Part of the Lake Michigan College MLK Celebration Week activities
Reserve your seats today!
Online | TheMendelCenter.com
By phone | 269-927-8700, option 1, weekdays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
In person | Box Office, Grand Upton Hall Lobby, 2755 E Napier Ave, Benton Harbor, MI
