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In an interview with the mayor of Point Fortin, Clyde James, we got to the heart of Point Fortin, its people and its community spirit. We learned why this borough

News2 hours ago 2:57 2 hours ago 2:57 Two Toronto filmmakers released a short documentary last week exploring racism experienced by Black people and how it can shape one’s identity. "Battleground" was inspired by conversations Kwesi Thomas and Mark Bone had following George Floyds murder. The pair started filming the week of his death and released the film the day after former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin was convicted of killing Floyd. Angelina King spoke with those involved �...

"Loving takes your further than not hating, because to love someone is to know what hurts them." Yep. An important short doc film about racism. Battleground is the creation of filmmakers Kwesi Thomas & Mark Bone, developed through conversations immediately following the murder of George Floyd last year (finally there is some justice a year later). Vimeo premiered the 18-minute film and says: "the short captures the particular discomfort of having to argue for one’s value in a society that ...