Synopsis
Narrated by actress Guslagie Malanda, The Centre Cannot Hold is an essay film exploring what it means to exist on an island as well as the tensions of existing in the shadows of French colonialism. Set across a single day, the film recalls a speculative relationship to the island of Corsica and weaves together a speculative narrative, polyphonic choral traditions, and 16mm footage shot on location.
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- Producer : Ufuoma Essi
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- Type : Short film
- Genres : Fiction
- Sub-genre : Experimental
- Production language : English, French
- Original French-language productions : Unspecified
- Nationality : 100% French
- Production year : 2026
- Runtime : 40 min
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https://ufuomaessi.com/The-Centre-Cannot-Hold
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