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: Kwesi Thomas, Mark Bone.
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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 |
| Sound | Dane Kelly | Sound Mixer |
| Production | Kimberly Dabrowski | Production Coordinator |
| Production | Kimberly Dabrowski | Producer's Assistant |
| Sound | Tim Mann | Original Music Composer |
| Writing | Greg Rosati | Story Consultant |
| Editing | Mark Bone | Editor |
| Sound | Eric Taylor | Location Sound Recordist |
| Sound | Dane Kelly | Location Sound Recordist |
| Editing | Sam Gilling | Colorist |
| Art | Galen Ward | Title Designer |
| Directing | Kwesi Thomas | Director |
| Camera | Adam Madrzyk | Director of Photography |
| Directing | Mark Bone | Director |