IASH & History Documentary Series 2018 - The Grammar of Happiness

Wednesday August 22

The Grammar of Happiness (2012, 52 mins) Directed by Michael O’Neill and Randall Wood

This documentary follows the story of Daniel Everett among the extraordinary 'nonconvertible' Amazonian Pirah tribe, a group of indigenous hunter-gatherers whose culture and outlook on life has taken the world of linguistics by storm.

Each screening will be followed by an informal discussion with invited speakers, with plenty of opportunity for Q&A.

All UQ Students and Staff are welcome 

All Screenings: 4 pm, Room 402, Level 4 Forgan Smith Tower, UQ and followed by drinks and snacks, sponsored by the Student Futures team