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202314 minPGdoc-short

NATURAL

202314 minPGdoc-short

Fourteen minutes of candid interviews and video portraits address Black identity and challenge societal beauty standards.

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Fourteen minutes of candid interviews and video portraits address Black identity and challenge societal beauty standards.

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Jacob Suttondirector

Jacob Suttonwriter

Kelso Antoinecast

Shiloh Tumo Washington

Shiloh Tumo Washingtoncast

Vincent Tawnycast

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Ted Joans' poetry resonates throughout the film, which features candid interviews and video portraits. Director Jacob Sutton presents a discussion on Black identity and beauty standards. The documentary addresses the objectification of Black bodies and challenges societal stereotypes. It emphasizes personal strength and individuality. At 14 minutes, this 2023 film combines art and conversation to reflect on cultural themes.

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