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20208 minPGdoc-short

4.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Hella Trees

20208 minPGdoc-short

4.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Eight minutes of film present young artist Rafiki's perspective on the individuality and significance of trees in art and nature.

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Eight minutes of film present young artist Rafiki's perspective on the individuality and significance of trees in art and nature.

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Ayo Akingbade

Ayo Akingbadedirector

Ayo Akingbade

Ayo Akingbadewriter

Emmanuel Adeneyecast

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Rafiki, a young artist, shares his passion for trees in Ayo Akingbade's 2020 film, Hella Trees. He discusses their individuality and presence in his art. The documentary features Rafiki's reflections on why trees captivate so many. It presents his artistic practice as a lens through which to consider the relationship between nature and creativity. The film runs for eight minutes and is produced in Great Britain.

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