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20235 minPGdoc-short

6.5/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

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Black Note

20235 minPGdoc-short

6.5/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Five minutes of interviews and performances feature musicians and figures connected to black culture in Manchester sharing their personal narratives.

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Charlie Vjestica

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Five minutes of interviews and performances feature musicians and figures connected to black culture in Manchester sharing their personal narratives.

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Beach Darnley

Beach Darnleydirector

Charlie Vjestica

Charlie Vjesticadirector

Beach Darnley

Beach Darnleywriter

Charlie Vjestica

Charlie Vjesticawriter

Charlie Vjestica

Charlie Vjesticacast

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Musicians in Manchester share their personal narratives and experiences related to black culture. Through interviews and performances, they discuss their contributions to the city's music scene. Directed by Beach Darnley, “Black Note” runs for five minutes and features a range of voices reflecting on their histories. The film captures moments of artistic expression that have influenced Manchester's cultural identity.

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