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2017122 minGdocumentary

8.0/ 10(10 ratings)• TMDB

Speak Up

2017122 minGdocumentary

8.0/ 10(10 ratings)• TMDB

Artists from Afropean diasporas share their experiences of blackness and discrimination, using art as a medium for expression and discussion.

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Artists from Afropean diasporas share their experiences of blackness and discrimination, using art as a medium for expression and discussion.

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Amandine Gay

Amandine Gaydirector

Amandine Gay

Amandine Gaywriter

Aïss Berg

Amélia Ewu

Amélia Ewucast

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Women and men from Afropean diasporas share their experiences in "Speak Up." The documentary features artists addressing themes of blackness and discrimination. It presents a range of voices and perspectives that reflect the complexity of identity. Art becomes a medium for expression and discussion. The film runs for 122 minutes and was released in 2017.

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