Project Detail

Ilford

Synopsis

A stylised animated documentary visually depicting and mapping journeys, exploring notions of belonging and home.

‘Ilford’ narrates the tale of a number of its residents. The film uncovers untold stories and experiences of Ilford’s local community members. Collecting and sharing these stories, documenting experiences, mapping lives and presenting a picture of the composition of Ilford today. ‘Ilford’ takes its audience on a journey from places as far and wide as India, Africa, Kenya, Jamaica and Bosnia to settlement in Ilford.

Details

Year
2008
Type of project
Shorts
Running time
10 mins
Format
DV
Director
Sadia Ur-Rehman, Shazia Ur-Rehman
Producer
Anton Califano
Executive Producer
Anton Califano

Production Status

Production Company

11, Taeping Street

London E14 9UN
UK

T +44 (0)20 75360352

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