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Being Both

Bringing together a series of compelling stories from the mixed-race community.

Documentary 2019 8 mins Not rated

Overview

Shot simply and candidly, with contributors talking to camera about their lived experiences, this intimate and at times uncomfortable documentary exposes the realities of being ‘both’ in mono-racial worlds. Being Both is a visual representation of the inequalities and ignorance that face the mixed community, whilst highlighting its shine and impact on the world.

Director

Ryan Cooper Henniker

Genres

Documentary

Certificate

Not rated

Country

United Kingdom

Language

English

Subjects

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