Currents
cert TBC
Curated from shorts screened at the 17th edition of Trinidad + Tobago Film Festival, which themed itself around the #Seeyuhself concept, Currents explores self-representation through the medium of film. Given the breadth of the region which varies in language, culture, political sovereignty and resource, this programme explores an element of contemporary life and gives voice to a subject, viewed from a perspective not commonly seen by UK audiences.
The screening will be introduced by programmer Patrice Robinson.
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The Wound is a Portal
Filmmaker and artist Gesiye invites 8 Trinidadians to get a tattoo which connects them all, whilst exploring their wider and more personal connection to the island.
Trinidad and Tobago, 2022 Dir Gesiye, 11mins
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Home Movie Tape
Collage footage taken during the Covid-19 pandemic in the style of a home movie examines the complexities of life through the eyes and experiences of the filmmaker’s nearest and dearest
Dominica, 2022, Dir Michael Lees, 5min
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Strictly Two Wheel
Bobo speaks of his two great loves – his children and his bikes. As a highly skilled and respected member of his local community, Strictly Two Wheel portrays a father providing his children with a rich cultural inheritance by passing on his ability to build and mend bicycles.
Jamaica, 2022, Dir Ania Freer, 10min
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My Maxi
Marcus attempts to be open with his parents about his sexuality and identity. A breakthrough conversation alters the dynamic of the relationship held with them in ways he was not expecting.
Trinidad and Tobago, 2021, Dir Andrei Pierre, 4min
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The Inner View
Joshua attends a job interview which leaves him with a decision to make – be honest and stay true to his moral grounding or lie to secure the job.
Trinidad and Tobago, 2022, Dir Eric Barry, 9min
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Sugarcake
A chance meeting between two strangers leads to a lifesaving conversation that forces both parties to confront their preconceived notions about what makes a good parent.
Jamaica, 2021, Dir Joshua Paul, 12min
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Twa Fèy
Initially following Esther, a 6-year-old who faces abuse at the hands of her father, Twa Fèy (three leaves) intertwines the stories of three women, highlighting the power of sisterhood.
Haiti, 2020, Dir Eléonore Coyette / Sephora Monteau, 27min
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This film is part of the season Snapshots: Caribbean Cinema Up Close programmed by Patrice Robinson, supported by Barbican Cinema, Trinidad + Tobago Film Festival and with funding from Leeds Inspired, part of Leeds City Council.
Ticket holders to this screening get 15% off at Chef Shabbas Restaurant & Bar, just around the corner from the cinema serving amazing Caribbean food and cocktails.