/talk, film, party/ Sixty Years of Daisies

Join us for a vibrant evening celebrating the legacy of Czech film director Vera Chytilova and her groundbreaking New Wave film, Daisies! 🌼 This event features:

• A thought-provoking discussion on the film's radical legacy, exploring its aesthetic, political, and cultural significance from its roots in socialist Czechoslovakia to its lasting impact today. 💬
• Insights from scholars Barbora Bartunkova, Tanya Goldman, Maggie Hennefeld, Leana Hirschfeld-Kroen, Dijana Jelaca, Meta Mazaj, Masha Shpolberg, and Aurore Spiers, who will delve into topics like Daisies' anarchic humor, feminist subversion, and connections to contemporary culture. 📚
• A special screening of Daisies (1966), showcasing its unique collage aesthetics and experimental approach. 🎥
• A Daisies-themed rooftop gathering, complete with refreshments and music under the stars! 🎶✨ 1960s-inspired dress is warmly welcomed!

Tickets: Just $10, available online through Eventbrite! Seats are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

For more information, visit www.czechcenter.com.

This event is organized by Czech Center New York. 🇨🇿