G/D THYSELF: Spirit Strategy On Raising Free Black Children
G/D THYSELF: Spirit Strategy On Raising Free Black Children

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G/D THYSELF: Spirit Strategy On Raising Free Black Children

2020
Movie
360 min
English

This ritual space extrapolates meditations on raising free Black children from the aforementioned film. The space draws on inspiration from many cultural traditions and over the course of its five months' tenure, the collective will invite guest performers and practitioners to practise and teach the 'spirit strategies' within the space and will programme a series of activations designed to guide the community in maximising the space's use. Mediums will include but are not limited to ritual performance, sculpture and video installations.

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Director: Aisling Chin-Yee and Thandiwe NewtonGenres: Documentary

Plot Summary

This documentary explores the complexities and joys of raising Black children in a world that often undervalues them. It centers the voices of Black mothers and educators who share their strategies, wisdom, and experiences in nurturing resilient, empowered, and free Black youth. The film delves into themes of identity, self-love, community, and the ancestral legacies that inform this vital work.

Critical Reception

The film has been lauded for its intimate portrayal of Black motherhood and its focus on empowering strategies for raising Black children. Critics and audiences alike have praised its authenticity, its hopeful message, and its timely relevance in discussions about race and education.

What Reviewers Say

  • A deeply personal and affirming look at Black motherhood.

  • Offers valuable insights and practical strategies for nurturing Black children.

  • Celebrates resilience and the power of community in raising free Black youth.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's powerful and moving message, with many appreciating its focus on positive affirmation and community support for Black families.

Fun Fact

The documentary's title, "G/D THYSELF," is a deliberate and powerful re-framing of the phrase 'God thyself,' emphasizing self-love and affirmation as foundational to the spiritual and emotional well-being of Black children.

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