Films Upstairs:
Sisters in Law by Florence Ayisi and Kim Longinotto
In the little town of Kumba, Cameroon, there have been no convictions in spousal abuse cases for 17 years. But two women determined to change their community are making progress that could change the world. This fascinating, often hilarious doc follows the work of State Prosecutor Vera Ngassa and Court President Beatrice Ntuba as they help women fight often-difficult cases of abuse, despite pressures from family and their community to remain silent. Six-year-old Manka is covered in scars and has run away from an abusive aunt, Amina is seeking a divorce to put an end to brutal beatings by her husband, the pre-teen Sonita has daringly accused her neighbor of rape.
Music Downstairs:
Coco Mbassi www.myspace.com/mbassi
Coco Mbassi is a multiple award nominee and winner known for her mellow and intricate sultry and delicate vocals, symbolizes our global world as she blends African roots with Gospel, Soul, Classical and Jazz influences acquired over the years.
DJs Supa Scion & Springfield playing music of many colours from Africa and its Diaspora special guest DJ Jamie Renton (from world music night Chilli Fried) and Rosita.
kalabash movement is a free event but we do ask for donations to support artists and filmakers
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