This BUFF strand features musical dramas which intertwine with the characters’ lives. From personal revelations to pivotal moments, each film showcases how music can elevate, transform, and deepen the drama, creating a powerful symphony of storytelling.
Featuring:
BIRD MAN
Dir. Tom Harmer
Barry Roots ‘Bird Man’ feeds hundreds of birds every day around Bradford city centre, in the north of England. Loved by many, in this short film Barry reminisces about his journey to Bradford from Jamaica, how his record shop in the 70s was a hub of community life and why he visits the town centre to feed the birds come rain or shine.
A MAN CALLED HURT: THE LIFE AND MUSIC OF MISSISSIPPI JOHN HURT – UK Premiere
Dir. Alex Oliver, Jamison Stalsworth
This riveting short feature chronicles the life and influence of Mississippi John Hurt on the music world.
DYNAMITE – UK Premiere
Dir. Uche Aguh
Bonafide songstress Kiki is faced with a difficult decision when a replacement bassist joins a rehearsal with Kiki and her band.
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