Jazz Slave Ships

About This Movie

Jazz Slave Ships is an intriguing documentary that captures a unique intersection of performance art and history. Directed by an unknown hand, it dives into the stark themes of colonialism and the transatlantic slave trade, using the medium of an ancestral altar as a powerful focal point. The collaboration between Jan Wade and Vanessa Richards is both introspective and evocative, set in the haunting backdrop of two U.K. ports, notably Whitehaven. The pacing lends itself to a contemplative atmosphere, inviting viewers to reflect on the weight of the past. It’s a piece that challenges the viewer to confront uncomfortable truths while immersing them in layers of artistic expression that are distinctly raw and profound.

Unique intersection of art and historical themesSet in evocative locations in the U.K.Collaborative performance that challenges viewers