A work in constant progress (and occasional regress).
Release Date:
February 1, 2024
Original Title:
Black Stroke
Genres:
Documentary
Production Countries:
United Kingdom
Ratings / Certifications:
N/A
Runtime: 12
According to the latest figures from Sport England, 87% of Black adults in the UK do not swim. We follow the stories of three people from different walks of life breaking racial stereotypes to learn to swim for the first time. Each individual with their own personal goal, proving it’s never too late to learn. With the support of their coaches and community we will follow their journey to become competent swimmers, touching upon the racial history that has created barriers to entry for black people and what has hindered them learning before now. Will they sink or swim, the choice is theirs.
Colorist:
Duncan Russell
Director:
Olivia Smart
Director of Photography:
Joel Honeywell
Editor:
Desiree Ivegbuna
Executive Producer:
Andy Mundy-Castle
First Assistant Camera:
Lily Taylor
Line Producer:
Elanor Lee
Online Editor:
Eduard Fadygas
Producer:
Olivia Smart
Richard Mejeh
Producer's Assistant:
Vusi Kaola
Production Manager:
Rachel McLean-Anderson
Second Assistant Camera:
Fola Abatan
Sound Editor:
Chad Orororo
Tom Foster
Sound Recordist:
Mick Duffield
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