Project Detail

The Ancestors Came

Synopsis

A short film exploring the life and work of prolific artist Faith Ringgold by eschewing linear narrative and drawing connections within her collection of works, in order to hint at a larger narrative at work.
Official Selection BFI London Film Festival 2017 - Create Strand - World premiere

Details

Year
2017
Type of project
Shorts
Running time
6 mins
Director
Cecile Emeke
Producer
Maria Kennedy
Director of Photography
Olan Collardy

Production Status

Production Company

UK, USA coproduction

Tate

Maria Kennedy

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