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201928 minPGdocumentary

Black and Scottish

201928 minPGdocumentary

Prominent black Scots from various generations share their experiences and thoughts on identity, culture, and heritage in Scotland.

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Stewart Kyasimire

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Prominent black Scots from various generations share their experiences and thoughts on identity, culture, and heritage in Scotland.

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Stewart Kyasimiredirector

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Stewart Kyasimire films prominent black Scots from various generations. They share their experiences and thoughts on identity. The documentary lasts 28 minutes and was released in 2019. Kyasimire's work gathers voices from different backgrounds, revealing personal stories of being black in Scotland. The film aims to present a diverse perspective on culture and heritage in a specific geographical context.

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