We Were Here (2025)

A groundbreaking film acclaimed at the 60th International Art Exhibition la Biennale Venezia (2024), selected for the Central Pavilion curated by Adriano Pedrosa, Now officially in Oscar® consideration for Best Documentary Feature (98TH ACADEMY AWARDS, 2026)

Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Fred Kudjo Kuwornu and produced by Do The Right Films, this multilingual journey spans the UK, Italy, Spain, Portugal, the Netherlands, and France, offering a fresh perspective on European art history and cultural heritage.

The documentary features interviews with prominent worldwide scholars of Art History, History, and Black Studies, as well as Black activists and Art Curators, providing a comprehensive and nuanced view of this under-explored aspect of European history.

www.wewereherethefilm.com

There will be a brief presentation prior to the film and a Q&A afterwards with Fred Kuwornu.

HWS students, faculty and staff get in FREE with ID! The film is seated general admission-first come, first served. The Smith’s box office will be open for in person or over-the-phone sales Tuesday-Friday from 10am-4pm. Online tickets can be purchased at any time. All over the phone or online purchases will receive a digital ticket sent to your email. You must have a valid email to purchase tickets for this event.

Our box office can be reached at 315-781-5483 or [email protected]. All sales are final.

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