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The Lure and the Lore

1988· 0h 15m

Documentary

Directed by Ayoka Chenzira

9.0/ 10

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Criterion Channel

Criterion Channel

Overview

A collaboration between filmmaker Ayoka Chenzira and performance artist Thomas Pinnock, who performs his "immigrant folktales" using traditional lore of his native Jamaica to dramatize his migration to New York in the 60's.

Cast

Thomas Pinnock

Himself

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