The Battle for Laikipia
12A
Why watch?
“As a drought - caused by centuries of environmental neglect and plunder - forces the Sambura people to confront fourth generation European settlers who have inherited their ancestral grazing lands, one question becomes impossible to ignore: Is there any aspect of life untouched by colonialism? This gripping documentary lays bare the enduring consequences of settler colonialism and how climate change can exacerbate historical injustices. This film is a must-watch not only for those interested in the effects of climate change but for anyone concerned with justice for Indigenous communities and all people.”
Iris Dixon,
Racial Justice Network
How do YOU watch films?
Unresolved historical injustices and a devastating drought raise the stakes in a generations-old conflict between indigenous farmers and white landowners in Laikipia, Kenya, a wildlife conservation haven.
“A tense, beautiful, heartbreaking film.” – Vulture
“A powerful picture, and an important one” – Screendaily
This screening is a talk-a-long event in which you are invited to speak during the screening if you feel comfortable. After the screening there will be an informal discussion and Q&A, hosted by the Racial Justice Network with Director of the film, Pete Murimi.
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