If you’re losing hope over how we will bridge the division that’s being fuelled across the UK, or wondering what happened to our sense of community, then make this the film you come to see this March.
Young filmmaker, Jessi Gutch* moves to Folkestone’s white cliffs; a crucible for debates on what English identity means as refugees cross daily from France. But the film Jessi thinks she’s making, about impossible social and psychological divisions, is changed by 6 of her new neighbours, who embody hope for a country of messy inclusivity.
Through moments of emotion, humour, and the everyday, the film delves into their lives, echoed by locals’ thoughts and dreams as the Coronation comes, wars begin, and Governments change, tracing British identity amidst social and political chaos.
An ode to participatory filmmaking and forging messy friendships in your own backyard, Blue Has No Borders illustrates how spending time with people from all walks of life is in itself an act of hope.
After the screening we are joined by filmmaker Jessi Gutch for a conversation that encourages your input, alongside panelists from organisations such as SARI – Stand Against Racism and Inequality (Bristol-based but utilised and respected Nationwide for their work providing free, confidential support to anyone who is targeted by hate for they race, faith, disability, sexual orientation, transgender identity, age, gender or sex. They work to build greater understanding for diversity and difference within communities), RENS (Race Equality North Somerset) & The Other Place (an inclusive, collaborative space for community-led activities and experimentation) and RWNS –Refugees Welcome North Somerset (set us as a group of volunteers in 2016, registered as a charity in 2022 and provide friendship and practical support to asylum seekers and refugees across North Somerset).
Please note: doors open at 7pm and there will be stalls and conversation in the bar before the screening starts at 7:30pmDirected By:
Jessi Gutch
Running time:
87 mins