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( Black Dawn )
Robin Lloyd, Doreen Kraft
1979 - 26 min - Couleur - Haïti
( Black Dawn )
Robin Lloyd, Doreen Kraft
1979 - 26 min - Couleur - Haïti
Paintings spring to life in this animated folktale. Black Dawn not only explores Haiti's early history, but also offers a captivating introduction to its culture, rich folklore, and religion. Using cutout and other animation techniques, the filmmakers transform paintings by prominent Haitian artists into a visually exquisite tribute to the first black republic - and second independent country in the New World. Featuring hypnotic African-Caribbean rhythms and chants, solid historical background, and a vibrant animation style, this award-winning film conveys a complex social movement through a visual language accessible to everyone.