The Office of the Arts presents its signature “Science to Watch” film series in collaboration with the Islamic Arts Biennale | Interstellar (2014), screening and discussion with Brian Hession
Sunday, March 19
7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Islamic Arts Biennale
Western Hajj Terminal, King Abdulaziz International Airport
📍 Location (https://goo.gl/maps/gdMCNA5ZqFt5hUye8)
Have you ever wanted to understand the accuracy of the science in famous Sci-Fi movies? The Office of the Arts has collaborated with the Islamic Arts Biennale to deliver these singular workshops, in which guests will watch a curated selection of Sci-Fi movies, followed by a discussion led by scientific experts about how these films relate to science.
For the first session, you will have the opportunity to watch Interstellar, the epic 2014 film directed by Christopher Nolan about a group of astronauts travelling near Saturn in search of a new home after Earth has become uninhabitable. After the screening, Brian Hession, archaeologist, scientific diving expert, and research planning specialist at KAUST, will shed light on the science behind the journey into outer space.
About “Science to Watch”
The Office of the Arts presents its signature “Science to Watch” film series where experts introduce and mediate post-movie discussions as they relate to science.
From provocative documentaries, mesmerising scientific imagery, and compelling science fiction, the Office of the Arts’ “Science to Watch” programme challenges the way audiences understand, interpret, and appreciate scientific ideas and perspectives. The goal of the series is to increase public awareness about science, stimulate curiosity about the research conducted at KAUST, and at the same time enjoy sci-art films for audience education and enjoyment.
About the Islamic Arts Biennale
Curated by a world class team of experts across the fields of architecture, archaeology and anthropology, the Islamic Arts Biennale is a first-of-its kind exhibition that conveys a holistic perspective of the Islamic arts as a living tradition that connects past, present, and future.
About the Office of the Arts
Under the umbrella of The Office of the Provost, the Office of the Arts consists of a visual and performing arts team with a mission to promote art, science and culture in KAUST, the Kingdom, and in the wider global context.
For further information, contact officeofthearts@kaust.edu.sa and follow @KAUST_Arts on social media.
