Doc Nights

COCONUT HEAD GENERATION

Directed by Alain Kassanda

France/Nigeria, 2023, 1h 29min, DCP, In English, Pidgin, Yoruba, and French with English subtitles

Doc Nights

There are no current or future screenings planned for this film.

“Witnessing (and perhaps sharing) the determination and resilience of these wonderful young people results in a powerful viewing experience.”
—International Cinephile Society

“’COCONUT HEAD GENERATION’ showcases the brilliance and resilience of young Nigerians who are coming together to create a space for themselves and reclaim their power.”
—Human Rights Watch

This documentary follows a group of students in southwestern Nigeria at the University of Ibadan who develop and run a cinema club to discuss films and the issues they examine with weekly viewings and discussion sessions. A fascinating view of cinematic culture and youth activism. Free Member Monday — free admission for all AFS members on Monday, July 8.

AFS Members are invited to join us for a member mixer on July 8 in the AFS Cinema lobby, right before our Free Member Monday screening of COCONUT HEAD GENERATION. Mingle with fellow AFS members and enjoy complimentary light bites. Registration for the mixer is separate from admission to the film click here to register for the Member Mixer. Not a member? We can fix that. Click here to join AFS today.

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