Movie Details
Theatrical Release:June 9th, 2018
Original Language:English
Junkanoo Talk (2018)
DirectorRhea Storr
12 minJun 9th, 2018
Plot
Junkanoo Talk investigates the language of celebration through carnival It employs the techniques of costume crafting particular to Junkanoo a carnival of the Bahamas The sound is produced on the body and takes the rhythms of Rake n Scrape music also particular to the Bahamas James Baldwin is quoted speaking of the complexities of being an African American living in France along with the Bahamian Tourism Minister who speaks of appropriation and the body as a voice
