After the Covid-19 nightmare when isolation was imposed on sufferers and relatives alike, the pain and the disorientation linger. Words were blocked then but the body speaks silently, and the short film “Isolation terminal” expresses it through dance and music. Isolation was terminal for many.
Culture
Made in Cuba: films to change the world
For thirteen days London will host a festival showcasing films rarely shown in the UK. It will take place between 9 and 22 March: shorts, feature films, documentaries and Q&A sessions with Cuban film specialists will celebrate film production from the Caribbean island. The festival is called “Screen Cuba: […]
Multiculturalism and sounds with Asian magic
From 7-10 March 2024 in London, South Asian musicians and singers will come together to perform in concerts and other cultural events at the inaugural South Asian Sounds festival. Information: Angie Lemon In collaboration with the Southbank Centre, the organisers of the event (Asian Arts Agency) have included […]
Looking at North Korea
Nearly all of our world has been mapped by Google and although that includes North Korea this still leaves a lot to be desired when it comes to the most steadfastly secretive country on Earth. Sean Sheehan What we think we know about the place seems to be […]
HRWFF: Confronting systems of power
The Human Rights Watch Film Festival, now in its 28th year in London, presents a line-up of 10 award-winning, international feature-length films. These will be screened from 14-24 March in London. Information: Sarah Harvey The festival programme, presented at the Barbican and Rich Mix, includes in-depth Q&As and […]