Black Europe Film Festival

Girl + Virtual Q&A with Director

Saturday, February 1 • 2:00pm • Tickets: $10 General (+ $1.63 online fee), $8 Members and Northsiders (door), $5 Students (door)

**Event Location: Capri Theater • 2027 W Broadway Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55411**

This special screening of BEFF MSP at the Capri Theater will be followed by a virtual Q&A with Girl's director, Adura Onashile, joining us from the UK for an engaging conversation about her moving film and creative journey.

ABOUT THE FILM

Minnesota Premiere. In this intimate semi-autobiographical coming-of-age story, 11-year-old Ama and her mother, Grace, have constructed a secluded world within their Glasgow apartment, finding comfort in their exclusive bond. Grace, a young immigrant mother, is determined to shield Ama from the traumas of her past by enforcing strict boundaries. However, as Ama's natural curiosity and desire for independence grow, she begins to challenge the confines of their insular life. This evolution forces both mother and daughter to navigate the complexities of their relationship and the external world, leading Grace to confront memories she has long suppressed.

ABOUT THE DIRECTOR

Adura Onashile is a British-Nigerian actor, playwright, and director celebrated for her powerful explorations of identity, race, and resilience. Born in London and having spent part of her childhood in Nigeria, her work is deeply rooted in themes of migration, belonging, and cultural intersections. Onashile’s award-winning play Expensive Shit showcases her ability to intertwine personal narratives with broader societal critiques. A sharp examination of gender and power dynamics, the play was later adapted into a short film that earned widespread acclaim. Girl is Onashile’s debut feature film.

Please note that Girl is playing at the Capri Theater, with tickets available at capri.simpletix.com

ABOUT - BLACK EUROPE FILM FESTIVAL

The Black Europe Film Festival of Minneapolis/St. Paul is a groundbreaking celebration of Afro-European cinema, debuting in the Twin Cities from January 30 to February 2, 2025. Rooted in community collaboration and anti-racist organizing, BEFF MSP brings you a dynamic lineup of documentaries, fiction films, and shorts by Europe’s most acclaimed Afro-descendant filmmakers. This festival offers a space for artists to showcase their work and foster connections across the global Black diaspora and the international film community. At its core, BEFF MSP recognizes the intertwined legacies of racism, colonialism, and displacement while celebrating the vibrancy, creativity, and resilience of Black filmmakers. These artists challenge stereotypes, redefine narratives, and envision worlds beyond the limits imposed by whiteness, amplifying an authentic vision of Black Europe and Black Europeans. The festival experience is enriched by masterclasses, filmmaker encounters, workshops, lectures, and artist residencies, creating opportunities for learning, connection, and joy. Join us to celebrate the power of storytelling and the boundless creativity of Afro-European cinema while engaging diverse audiences, communities, and youth.