Battleground

"To love someone is to know what hurts them." -Kwesi Thomas "Battleground" is this week's Staff Pick Premiere! “BATTLEGROUND” is a short documentary film conceived by Kwesi Thomas & Mark Bone which came to life through conversations immediately following the death of George Floyd. It addresses the life long struggle and confusion that many black people face in silence when growing up. It is an intimate look into the subtle, often overlooked moments of racism and the ensuing vulnerabilities that linger for life and which can shape identity. This film will be Kwesi Thomas' directorial debut. In Order of Appearance:Kwesi Thomas Julien HyacintheNatasha Coupland Kevin CouplandJulia CouplandOlivia CouplandBree Algra George Elliott Clarke Directed by: Kwesi Thomas & Mark BoneCinematography: Adam Madrzyk Additional Cinematography: Mark BoneOriginal Score: Tim MannLocation Sound: Eric Taylor & Dane KellyEdited by: Mark BoneColourist: Sam GillingSound Mix: Dane KellyProduction Coordination: Kimberly DabrowskiAdditional Music Provided by: Epidemic SoundAdditional Camera Work: Kyle ToppingTitle Design: Galen WardStory Consultant: Greg Rosati Escarpment Films Inc 2021

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