Battleground (2021)
"BATTLEGROUND" is a short documentary film conceived by Kwesi Thomas and 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.
Directors: Mark Bone, Kwesi Thomas.
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Kwesi Thomas as Self |
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Julien Hyacinthe as Self |
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Natasha Coupland as Self |
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Kevin Coupland as Self |
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Julia Coupland as Self |
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Olivia Coupland as Self |
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Bree Algra as Self |
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George Elliott Clarke as Self |
| Production | Kimberly Dabrowski | Producer's Assistant |
| Editing | Mark Bone | Editor |
| Sound | Tim Mann | Original Music Composer |
| Sound | Eric Taylor | Location Sound Recordist |
| Sound | Dane Kelly | Location Sound Recordist |
| Editing | Sam Gilling | Colorist |
| Sound | Dane Kelly | Sound Mixer |
| Production | Kimberly Dabrowski | Production Coordinator |
| Art | Galen Ward | Title Designer |
| Writing | Greg Rosati | Story Consultant |
| Camera | Adam Madrzyk | Director of Photography |
| Directing | Mark Bone | Director |
| Directing | Kwesi Thomas | Director |