– **The Trailer for ‘Two Black Boys in Paradise’ is out!**
– A stop-motion animated short, Two Black Boys in Paradise (TBIP), is set to premiere at BFI Flare London: LGBTQIA+ film festival in the UK.
– This remarkable short film is directed by Baz Sells and written by Sells, Dean Atta (a significant, award-winning writer), and Ben Jackson.
– The superlative narration is the stellar work of Jordan Stephens.
– TBIP is based on an engrossing poem by Dean Atta, bringing the words to life.
“Two Black Boys In Paradise” Dazzles audiences with its Gutsy Trailer!
A Bold, Stop-Motion Trip into Paradise with a Kickass Soundtrack
LGBTQIA+ Gets More Animated Than Ever!
Spectacles off to the team behind ‘Two Black Boys in Paradise’! Massively impressed by their audacity to bring a poem to life, and that too into a stop-motion animation! Who knew a poem could walk, talk and, most impressively, dare to be a part of LGBTQIA+?
Having Dean Atta in the writer’s room is no less than having Spielberg on the movie set! And our narrator, Jordan Stephens, let’s just say he could convince a chicken to quack like a duck with his golden voice.
We’re tingling with anticipation for the full short to drop but until then, we’ve got the trailer on repeat. The animation world just got a mega diversity boost, and nope, we ain’t complaining! So, folks, prepare yourself for both visual and emotional tickles. Be ready to feel every nook and cranny of your tender heart remarkable touched!
Remember movie buffs, you heard it here first! This film is out to seize more than just attention, mark my words – soon, it’ll be awards!
As the BFI Flare London: LGBTQIA+ film festival is on the horizon, we’ve just spotted a preview for an emotive stop-motion animated short, The Journey of Love: Two Black Boys in Paradise, directed by creative genius Baz Sells and inspired by a poem from the iconic writer, Dean Atta.
Lovingly penned by Sells, Atta, and Ben Jackson, and accompanied by the engaging voice of Jordan Stephens, The Journey of Love: Two Black Boys in Paradise was brought to life by Manchester’s own One6th Animation Studio, with help from the BFI Short Form Animation Fund and seed funding support from esteemed personalities Ian McKellen and Partizan Films.
Delving into the lives of Eden (19) and Dula (18) – two young Black men on a quest for self-acceptance while openly expressing their love – the film promises a glimpse into a utopia devoid of shame and judgement. This captivating story will be showcased at BFI Flare – Europe’s leading LGBTQIA+ film festival on Sunday, March 23, as part of the LGBTQIA+ shorts round-up within the Festival’s Hearts strand, following its world premiere at Anima Brussels and screenings at Finland’s Tampere Festival and the American Documentary and Animation Film Festival later this month.
Working with Dean has been a pleasure, much like being drawn to a piece that encapsulates belonging in all its complexity. The animation exudes love – the greatest gift life has to offer.
-Jordan Stephens (Narrator, The Journey of Love: Two Black Boys in Paradise)
The incredible journey of creating an animation stunned me. It’s amazing how many talented hands have been involved in this project. I initially wrote a poem meant to evoke a cinematic mental image. But now, we’re taking that imagination further by presenting it as a visual spectacle!
-Dean Atta (Executive Producer and Writer, The Journey of Love: Two Black Boys in Paradise)
We are thrilled to share our film with audiences in Europe and the USA. This film serves as a beacon of joy that comes with self-acceptance and self-love, a reflection of my personal journey as a gay man. I hope it brings a sense of warmth, hope, and belonging to all viewers.
-Ben Jackson (Producer and Writer, The Journey of Love: Two Black Boys in Paradise)
This film has been a rewarding challenge, visualizing a stunning poem that celebrates Black and queer identity. We are grateful for the opportunity given by BFI and Dean, which allowed us to explore the transformative power of personal victories and self-acceptance, and the joy they bring.
-Baz Sells (Director and Writer, The Journey of Love: Two Black Boys in Paradise)
The film genuinely touched upon all the nuances of Black queer love and sexual expression. Being involved with such a project has been a privilege, and I can’t wait for the rest of the world to see that.
-Arun Blair-Mangat (Performer, The Journey of Love: Two Black Boys in Paradise)
Get ready to be a part of The Journey of Love: Two Black Boys in Paradise at the BFI Flare London: LGBTQIA+ Film Festival on 23rd March. The festival runs from 19th – 30th March at BFI Southbank.
Original article: https://www.skwigly.co.uk/two-black-boys-in-paradise-trailer/