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Highlighting perspectives from around the globe, these films delve into personal narratives linked to the power of creativity and community. Total running time 77min.

This short film programme:

Midnight Rising (Director: Aileen Ye) - The hidden world of East and Southeast Asian raves in London is uncovered, presenting a community of acceptance and joy.

Iranian Yellow Pages (Director: Anna Snowball) - After moving to London, Reza places an advert in a Farsi-language newspaper and discovers an Iranian community hiding in plain sight.

Irpinia (Director: Jameisha Prescod) - A story of Black British hope from the Windrush generation, ruminating on the harsh reality that lay beyond the ships.

Adura Baba Mi (Director-screenwriter: Juliana Kasumu) - Through a series of intimate recollections with the filmmaker’s parents, affectionate memories of a Nigerian family are explored.

Travelling Home (Director-screenwriter: Juliet Klottrup) - An English Romany Traveller and retired farrier makes his annual journey to Appleby Fair.

Roots that Reach Toward the Sky (Director: Jess X. Snow) - When her mother’s Chinese traditional medicine shop is vandalised, Kai must confront her place in the community.

Red Soil (Director: Joshua Ighodaro) - The family of Mama, a beloved Nigerian elder, explore ancient burial traditions as they prepare for her funeral.

Salone Love (Director: Tajana Tokyo) - A scrapbook of thoughts and advice about love in Sierra Leone.