Ayiti Toma, in the Land of the Living
The recurrent cycle Noir.e.s à la caméra allows us to discover works directed or produced by African or Afrodescendant filmmakers throughout the history of cinema.
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At the crossroads of history, anthropology and culture, this feature documentary focuses on Ayiti Toma: that Haiti beyond preconceived notions of imperialism, slavery, natural disasters and humanitarian aid. A cinematographic reflection on its future prospects, thanks to the testimonies of the Ayitians themselves, whether they are specialists, followers of voodoo or young survivors of a neighborhood in Port-au-Prince.
Joseph Hillel
Joseph Hillel was born in Port-au-Prince and now lives in Montreal. He is a screenwriter, director, and documentary film producer. Among his works, Regular or Super (2004), explores the legacy of architect Mies van der Rohe; Karsh is History (2009) paints a portrait of renowned photographer Yousuf Karsh; Ayiti Toma (2013) offers a journey through Haiti’s rich cultural history; and City Dreamers (2018) highlights four pioneering and inspiring women architects.
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