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""To love someone is to know what hurts them." -Kwesi Thomas"

"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.

Top Cast

  • Kwesi Thomas

    Kwesi Thomas

    Self

  • Julien Hyacinthe

    Julien Hyacinthe

    Self

  • Natasha Coupland

    Natasha Coupland

    Self

  • Kevin Coupland

    Kevin Coupland

    Self

  • Julia Coupland

    Julia Coupland

    Self

  • Olivia Coupland

    Olivia Coupland

    Self

  • Bree Algra

    Bree Algra

    Self

  • George Elliott Clarke

    George Elliott Clarke

    Self

Overview

"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.

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