Lecture – The Evolving Image of the Knight, Past to Present

Is the knight really a figure of the past... or is he still here among us?

In this captivating round table discussion, our panelists will explore the evolution of this iconic figure through history, literature, and pop culture. How has the definition of a knight changed? What types of images and values are associated with knights? And most importantly... do knights still exist today?

A discussion that might just give you a new perspective on these legendary figures!

Moderator

Émilie Bibeau, actress and host of Pointe-à-Callière’s Raconter Montréal podcast.

Panelists

Francis Gingras, professor in the Department of French Literature at the Université de Montréal since 2003. He is interested in the history of the French language and the development of French-language literature in the Middle Ages.

Maxime Durand, a historian by training, is interested in the transmission of memory and the promotion of heritage through digital arts and humanities. Since 2010, he has worked for the entertainment company Ubisoft, where he holds the position of World Design Director. He is a member of the advisory committee of Digital Museums Canada.

Kouky Fianu, professor of Medieval History and Coordinator of Medieval and Renaissance Studies Programs at the University of Ottawa. Kouky Fianu is particularly interested in the social uses of writing, its production, and its preservation in the late Middle Ages. She also studies the phenomenon of medievalism to understand the exploitation and use of the Middle Ages in modern culture (press, games, museums, etc.).