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A.T.L.A.N Africans - Transforming Lives - And - Narrative

  • EASTON COMMUNITY CENTRE KILBURN STREET EASTON BRISTOL BS5 6AW (map)

EASTON COMMUNITY CENTRE / KILBURN STREET, EASTON, BRISTOL BS5 6AW

We proudly present A.T.L.A.N, an experimental series of short films and feature films that highlight the collaboration between Bristol cables & cameras and  KNZ FILM South African filmmakers. This unique program celebrates the rich and diverse cultures of these two communities, bringing their stories to a global audience.

A.T.L.A.N is dedicated to spotlighting emerging talents from both Bristol and South Africa. We aim to showcase the vibrant storytelling that arises from this international collaboration, underscoring the importance of cross-cultural partnerships in the arts.

Ticket : https://hdfst.uk/e113726 / £5. concession £3 

For more information : cablescameras@yahoo.com

Cables & Cameras provides a hub for Black and POC filmmakers

and creatives in Bristol, opening up opportunities for collaboration.

Partners

Bristol Common Wealth Society

Cano Water

Ujima radio

Easton Community Centre

Line-up Includes :

Make A Wish by Minenhle Luthuli

A girl's wish of a romantic relationship comes true. But when it manifests, it's not as it seems and the abuse she endures costs her eyesight.

Sent by Ayanda Halimana 

Gullible Thulile (7) embarks on her first trip to theshop alone, gets distracted by cunning Swazi until she can’t find her way home.

Grassland by Nature Environment Wildlife Filmmaking 

Grassland follows a young scientist's journey back to her home town in search of South Africa's most critically endangered bird

Who Remembers by Marchez Sullaphen 

In Who Remembers?, we delve into the powerful narrative of healing through the bonds of sibling love. Nwabisa, a 34 year old woman who has been trapped in the suffocating grip of depression for an entire month refuses to see anyone. But, this does not stop her big brother, 36 year oldKhazimla, who desperately yearns to break the shackles that have ensnared her, from trying to see her.

Meeting  The Tides By Tembisa Jordaan

produced By Nature Environment Wildlife Filmmaking. This is a story about the unheard voices of traditional marine fishers. On the doorstep of iSimangaliso Wetland Park – a nature lover's wonderland that attracts tourists from all over the world - are the homes of the poorest and most marginalised coastal communities who have a high dependency on natural resources for survival.

The River Gives By Mlungisi Ntuli

Produced by Nature environment wildlife filmmaking. The River Gives tells the story of a group of Township youth from Imbal and Ashdown In Edendale, Pietermaritzburg. They are the Enviro Champ, a group who have become the unlikely protectors of the Westlands and rivers in their community.Through their journey, they reveal what endangers these systems and explore practical conservation solutions, whilst considering the socio-economic challenges.

Earlier Event: June 15
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