Beyond Curls & Kinks

Beyond Curls & Kinks follows a group of women who are challenging beauty standards and empowering each other and the next generation to embrace their coily kinky curly hair. The film explores the complex relationship they have with their Afro-textured hair and issues such as self-esteem, confidence and identity. It also challenges society to see women and girls beyond their curls & kinks.

Film Maker
Eweka-Smith, Osas
Year
2020
Country
Canada
Length
31
Language
English
Category
(De)colonization, Black, body, Canada, Childhood, Community, Culture, Education, Families, history, Identity
Genre
documentary, short

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