From Film to Philosophy: A Transformative Journey

This chapter chronicles the speaker's transition from an initial interest in film production to a deep passion for Africana philosophy during their undergraduate studies. A pivotal experience with Nietzsche's 'Thus Spoke Zarathustra' and a transformative African philosophy course solidified their academic commitment and revealed the importance of philosophy in addressing community issues. The discussion also highlights the historical context of African philosophy courses and the role of influential figures and texts in shaping philosophical engagement.