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Told in the powerful voices of a struggling generation, an inspiring story of community, solidarity and resistance.

Regularly misrepresented by mainstream media, eleven disaffected youth from Montreal's black community set out in search of stories that will set the record straight. Arming themselves with video equipment, this collective of first-time filmmakers tackles the question "What is revolution?" The answers are bold and nuanced and come from a variety of young social activists, artists and organizers. Revolution Underground is a portrayal of resistance, a challenge to apathy and a testament to the power of solidarity. Discover how the making of this film destroys any notion that Black youth are powerless to effect change in their lives.

Film

Sitting in Limbo

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Contributed by Citizen Shift

Length: 2 min 34 sec

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Year of Production: 1986

Director:

John N. Smith

Producer:

John N. Smith, David Wilson and Elizabeth Klinck

Full of gentle warmth and humour, and with an upbeat reggae score, this feature from the NFB's Alternative Drama program provides an intimate look at the lives of four Black teenagers in Montréal. Some of the issues examined include poverty, teenage pregnancy, racism, and the importance of having a community. For more info