“Café des Idées - Science in Conversation” is jointly organised with FAST!* and the Embassy of France, and aims to
offer a convivial meeting platform for the exchange of ideas, information and discussion for all those who are interested
in French-related science and its broader implications for society and the natural environment.
The new format will include the possibility to connect online or to come to the event (free admission).
* France Aotearoa Science Technology and !nnovation
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The next "Café des Idées", organised by FAST! - France
Aotearoa Science Technology & !nnovation and Alliance
Française Wellington,
is honoured to host Lala Rolls, filmmaker and
senior lecturer at Victoria University, who will present her documentary "Tupaia's
Endeavour".
Tracing the journey of Tupaia, the Tahitian who agreed to navigate for Captain Cook, this exploration of first contact was shot in Tahiti, Aotearoa and the United Kingdom.
Made and funded in fits and starts over eight years, the documentary combines interviews and reenactments — with Kirk Torrance as Tupaia — plus special imagery by Polynesian artist Michael Tuffery. Lala Rolls also directed an hour-long version for French Polynesia, which won the International Jury Prize at Tahitian festival FIFO.
📅 Friday, 04 April 2025 - 5.45pm
📍 Alliance Française, 78 Victoria Street, Wellington
🎟️ Free entry, Koha donation
