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Haiti: The Way to Freedom / Ayiti men chimin libete

Visions of Haiti

,Cinema 2
A man wearing a wide brimmed hat smokes a cigarette and stares directly into the camera

Said to be the first Haitian feature length film, Arnold Antonin's compelling and powerful documentary delves into the rich and tumultuous history the first independent black republic in the world.

A characteristically unflinching, militant film from one of Haiti’s most famed documentarians, Arnold Antonin, who has for 50 years been crafting polemical films documenting Haiti’s past and present.

With a keen eye for historical detail and a deep sense of cultural pride, Antonin takes viewers on an immersive journey through the struggles and triumphs of this Caribbean nation.

The film weaves together a tapestry of historical events, starting with the tumultuous era of colonisation, slavery, and rebellion. Antonin masterfully brings to life the stories of courageous freedom fighters, including Toussaint Louverture and Jean-Jacques Dessalines, who led the Haitian Revolution and shattered the chains of enslavement

Tagged with: Cinema Visions of Haiti

1975, Haiti, dir Arnold Antonin, 120 mins 

Total Running Time 125 min

Cinema 2

Location
Barbican Cinema 2 & 3 are located on Beech Street, a short walk from the Barbican’s Silk Street entrance. From Silk Street, you’ll see a zebra crossing that will take you across the road to the venue. 

Address
Beech Street
London
EC2Y 8DS

Public transport
The Barbican is widely accessible by bus, tube, train and by foot or bicycle. Plan your journey and find more route information in ‘Your Visit’ or book your car parking space in advance.