HOTEL RWANDA
To celebrate the launch of his autobiography this May, Paul Rusesabagina will be giving a series of talks across the UK – and will be here in Manchester on the 24th May for a talk organised by Blackwell University Bookshop and in conjunction with the Institute for Development and Policy Management (IDPM) at the University of Manchester.
Paul Rusesabagina became one of the most notable public faces of the Rwandan conflict of 1994, when his offer of shelter saved the lives of over twelve thousand Rwandan refugees. His heroic actions were made famous in the Oscar nominated film Hotel Rwanda, which, despite being a big-budget Hollywood film, was celebrated for its accurate portrayal of the atrocities committed. It was partly Rusesasbagina’s insistence that his story was told properly that enabled the film to stay so true to real-life – Paul worked with the scriptwriters to ensure it was an accurate portrayal, and remained an advisor on set during filming.
And his desire to tell the true story has prompted his autobiography, An Ordinary Man, which discusses the responsibilities of ordinary people in times of crisis, as well as telling the story of his life, before and after the events of 1994. His wish to raise awareness of what happened during the Rwandan genocide, and his belief that, through making the world more aware, these atrocities can be prevented in the future, is behind the form of his promotional tour. Instead of giving a set talk, Paul Rusesabagina will discuss the aspects of his life and amazing actions that we want to know about. So submit your questions now – pick up a form at Blackwell – and don’t miss the chance to find out, from the man himself, the things that you really want to know!
Paul Rusesabagina will be speaking on Wednesday 24th May
In the Stopford Building, Lecture Theatre 2, at 7pm.
Tickets priced £2 – available at Blackwell Manchester.
For further information contact Kate Wraith on 0161 274 3331 or kate.wraith@blackwell.co.uk
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