Territories
Originally released in 1984. Territories is a documentary film. directed by Isaac Julien. At just 25 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Maureen Blackwood, Kevin Graal, and Andrea Julien
Synopsis
Territories is an experimental documentary about the Notting Hill Carnival. It locates the event within the struggle between white authority and black youth, in this case over the contested spaces of the carnival, and reflects on its history as symbolic act of resistance. The film makes the case using montage: cutting carnival scenes with archive news reports - police surveillance to rioting in the street - and crossing looks of desire with alienation, from police to reveller, woman to man, man to man. Add to this a disembodied, political critique and trenchant images of police violence and the audience soon becomes aware that the documentary itself is part of the resistance.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Sankofa Film & Video
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Territories about?
Territories is an experimental documentary about the Notting Hill Carnival. It locates the event within the struggle between white authority and black youth, in this case over the contested spaces ...
Who directed Territories?
Territories was directed by Isaac Julien.
How long is Territories?
Territories has a runtime of 0 hours and 25 minutes (25 minutes total).
When was Territories released?
Territories was released on January 1, 1984 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Territories?
The main cast of Territories includes Maureen Blackwood, Kevin Graal, Andrea Julien, Nadine Marsh-Edwards, Antonia Thomas.