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The Homecoming: A Short Film About Ajamu

Queer activist and artist Ajamu prepares to leave Brixton for an exhibition of his work in his hometown, Huddersfield.

Top Cast

  • Ajamu Ikwe-Tyehimba

    Ajamu Ikwe-Tyehimba

    Self

  • Michael Cadette

    Michael Cadette

    Self

  • Kobena Mercer

    Kobena Mercer

    Self

  • C.J. Mercer

    C.J. Mercer

    Self

  • Valerie Cockburn

    Valerie Cockburn

    Self

  • Sonia Boyce

    Sonia Boyce

    Self

  • David A. Bailey

    David A. Bailey

    Self

  • Dennis Carney

    Dennis Carney

    Self

  • Neville Clayton

    Neville Clayton

    Fantasy Boy

Overview

Queer activist and artist Ajamu prepares to leave Brixton for an exhibition of his work in his hometown, Huddersfield.

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