Buenos Aires celebrates 100th anniversary of Astérix creator René Goscinny

Buenos Aires is honoring the 100th anniversary of René Goscinny, the celebrated writer of "Astérix" and "Lucky Luke," with a special event on Avenida Corrientes. Goscinny, born in Paris, spent his formative years in Buenos Aires, where he nurtured his passion for drawing and published his initial works.

The "Corrientes 24 hs" cycle will transform the avenue between Cerrito and Uruguay into a hub of culture and entertainment on Saturday, August 15th, from 10 PM to 2 AM. The festivities will include a mapping spectacle on the Obelisco, a big-screen showing of "Astérix and Obélix: Mission Cleopatra," special promotions at participating bookstores, photo opportunities, and family-friendly activities.

Restaurants along the avenue will also offer special promotions, accessible via a virtual map. The event's schedule includes the official start at 8 PM with games and promotions, followed by institutional speeches, a video tribute to Goscinny, and a mapping show. A French cooking class and an outdoor screening of "Astérix and Obélix: The Big Fight" are also on the program.

Leopoldo Kulesz, director of Libros del Zorzal, highlighted Goscinny's global impact, noting his work is translated into over 110 languages and has been making people laugh for 75 years. Kulesz emphasized Goscinny's unique talent in collaborating with renowned illustrators like Uderzo, Morris, Sempé, and Tabary, and his deep connection to Buenos Aires, where he learned to laugh, draw, and make others laugh.

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The work of René Goscinny is translated into more than 110 languages and has been making children from 7 to 99 years old laugh for 75 years. An infinite talent that also knew how to combine his inspiration with drawing geniuses (Astérix with Uderzo, Lucky Luke with Morris, The Little Nicholas with Sempé, Iznogud with Tabary). This unique genius lived in Buenos Aires from his 2 to his 19 years, where he learned to laugh, to draw, and to make others laugh. On Friday, August 14, he turns 100 years old, how could we not celebrate it?