“This film offers us the chance to meet inspirational individuals, some who describe being politicised and feeling empowered for the first time, standing up, coming together and fighting back”
Read MoreSheffield Doc/Fest 2020
by
Hallam Doc/Fest Team
“The film focuses on the colonial structures that still remain from the times of slavery, and on the traditional wild herbs that possess medicinal purposes”
Read More
“Stop Nineteen has reaffirmed why I love documentaries as they allow you to hear voices that are typically ignored”
Read More
“The power of this 107-minute documentary brought me to tears”
Read More
“tasteful use of striking and unforgettable imagery”
Read More
“ Equality is just a given in the twenty-first century, isn’t it? Well, for those of you who thought that, you are so wrong”
Read More
“this is not a documentary for the faint hearted”
Read More
“Ganou’s direction and minimalist style help give impact as we’re fully absorbed into the documentary, relying on the group’s experiences and personalities instead of flashy cinematography”
Read More
“The film is so full of despair and tragedy, yet it also shows a whole lot of hope that things will change in Chechnya”
Read More
“I would describe this short film as haunting but beautiful”
Read More
“ Their isolation is felt through the camera as we watch them talk to themselves, their dogs, and mostly their cows. These men have no one”
Read More
“It is impossible not to feel in awe of these boys and the viewer is captivated in finding out what happens to them”
Read More
“it understands the importance of music as a device to draw attention to the social injustice”
Read More
“Bolsonaro makes Boris Johnson look liberal”
Read More
“This is a wonderful piece of cinema which captures the essence of its story perfectly and leaves you wondering what happens next”
Read More
“The question I’m left with at the end is why aren’t The Go-Go’s in the ‘Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’?”
Read More
“My absolute standout on my first day’s viewing was Lupita, a twenty minute short by Moncia Wise as part of the ‘Into the World’ strand”
Read More
“The film has been produced beautifully. The contrasts of Elizabeth’s own photos with pictures of her now, and then flicking to short video clips focus your attention on the screen, whilst allowing you to see glimpses into their personal life and private footage of the expeditions”
Read More
“This documentary stands as an important and impactful piece that shows the fight of the everyday man”
Read More
“This film embodies female empowerment and the fun expression of freedom that comes with this”
Read More