Space Cases: Alexandre Fontaine Rousseau and Francis Desharnais in Conversation
Located in the Rotunda, Casa d’Italia
Moderated by François Vigneault
Two superpowers. Billions of dollars. One very confused dog. In The Conquest of the Cosmos, writer Alexandre Fontaine Rousseau (Vampire Cousins) and artist Francis Desharnais (Little Russia) turn the Space Race into a rocket-fueled comedy of massive egos, clashing ideologies, and extremely questionable decisions. Join the duo for a conversation about finding the funny side of the Cold War, the power of minimalism in art, and the fact that bilious billionaires and international tensions keep this satirical graphic history surprisingly relevant. No scientific knowledge required! Featuring a full-cast reading from the book! Moderated by François Vigneault.