A.T.L.A.N at Easton Community Centre
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A event on Saturday 28th September. The event starts at 22:00.


We proudly present A.T.L.A.N, an experimental series of short films and feature
films that highlight the collaboration between Bristol and South African filmmakers.
This unique program celebrates the rich and diverse cultures of these two communities, bringing their stories to a global audience.

We aim to showcase the vibrant storytelling that arises from this international collaboration, underscoring the importance of cross-cultural partnerships in the arts.
Join us as we journey through these compelling narratives, celebrating the transformative power of cinema in connecting and enriching our communities.

Partners
Bristol Common Wealth Society
Cano Water
Ujima radio
Easton Community Centre

Line-up Includes :

Make A Wish by Minenhle Luthuli
A girl's wish of a romantic relationship comes true. But when it manifests, it's not as it seems and the abuse she endures costs her eyesight.

Sent by Ayanda Halimana 
Gullible Thulile (7) embarks on her first trip to theshop alone, gets distracted by cunning Swazi until she can’t find her way home.

Grassland by Nature Environment Wildlife Filmmaking 
Grassland follows a young scientist's journey back to her home town in search of South Africa's most critically endangered bird

Who Remembers by Marchez Sullaphen 
In Who Remembers?, we delve into the powerful narrative of healing through the bonds of sibling love. Nwabisa, a 34 year old woman who has been trapped in the suffocating grip of depression for an entire month refuses to see anyone. But, this does not stop her big brother, 36 year oldKhazimla, who desperately yearns to break the shackles that have ensnared her, from trying to see her.



Meeting The Tides By Tembisa Jordaan
produced By Nature Environment Wildlife Filmmaking. This is a story about the unheard voices of traditional marine fishers. On the doorstep of iSimangaliso Wetland Park – a nature lover's wonderland that attracts tourists from all over the world - are the homes of the poorest and most marginalised coastal communities who have a high dependency on natural resources for survival.

The River Gives By Mlungisi Ntuli
Produced by Nature environment wildlife filmmaking. The River Gives tells the story of a group of Township youth from Imbal and Ashdown In Edendale, Pietermaritzburg.
They are the Enviro Champ, a group who have become the unlikely protectors of the Westlands and rivers in their community.Through their journey, they reveal what endangers these systems and explore practical conservation solutions, whilst considering the socio-economic challenges.

Entry requirements: no age restrictions (under 18s to be accompanied by an adult over 21yrs, 1:1 ratio)

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