Shield & Spear

An artist paints a caricature of South African president Jacob Zuma that provokes a lawsuit, death threats and a massive street protest. In the changing political climate of South Africa, a revolution is taking place as artists, musicians and designers tackle issues of activism, race and history. Shield and Spear documents what it means to live and work in the new democracy. As part of the South Arts Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Filmmakers series at ETSU, filmmaker Petter Ringbom will attend the free screening and hold a Q&A session after the film, which also will be followed by a reception. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, contact Kristi Smith at 423-439-8587 or by email at smitkl01@etsu.edu