I Love Boosters | An Evening with Boots Riley @Free State Fest

Join us for an incredible evening as headliner Boots Riley returns to the Free State Festival for a special screening of his new film, I Love Boosters, followed by an engaging Q&A session! 🌟

This event is supported by the KU Department of African and African-American Studies, KU Film and Media Studies, and the Hall Center for the Humanities at KU.

About the Film

A crew of professional shoplifters set their sights on a ruthless fashion maven. It's like community service! 🛍️

About the Artist

Boots Riley is a dynamic poet, rapper, songwriter, producer, screenwriter, director, and community organizer. He made his directorial debut with Sorry to Bother You, a comedy fantasy sci-fi film that garnered numerous accolades, including nominations for the DGA’s Outstanding Directorial Achievement and a Film Independent Spirit Award for Best Screenplay. Additionally, the film won the Spirit Award for Best First Feature, alongside several critics' awards and a Humanitas nomination. Boots is also the lead vocalist of The Coup and Street Sweeper Social Club. 🎤

Location: 940 New Hampshire St, Lawrence, KS 66044-3042, United States
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