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My Father's Shadow (12A)

Relaxed Screening

,Cinema 3
A man carries his son on his hip, standing in the ocean

An intimate portrait of a family navigating the political turbulence of 1993 Lagos Nigeria, makes for a profound debut from the British-Nigerian director Akinola Davies Jr..

Lyrical and emotionally resonant, two young boys reconnect with their father during a single, transformative day.

Remi and Akin, played by real life brothers Godwin Chiemerie Egbo and Chibuike Marvelous Egbo, accompany their father into the city to collect his long overdue salary. Around them is a nation in flux, caught in a pivotal election that promises a shift from military rule to democracy. 

What unfurls is a rich journey of paternal distance and political uncertainty, commanded by the riveting performance of Ṣọpẹ́ Dìrísù as Florian. 

Having created works for the likes of Gucci, Louis Vuitton and music videos for Kae Tempest and Blood Orange, this is Davies Jr.'s debut feature. It was the winner of the Caméra d’Or Special Mention at Cannes 2025. 

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Film information
  • Release year   2025
  • Country of origin   UK, Nigeria
  • Director   Akinola Davies Jr.
  • Runtime   1hr 34mins

How is this screening relaxed?

A relaxed event takes place in an environment that is specially tailored for a neurodiverse audience, as well as those who find a more informal setting beneficial. 

The cinema environment is tailored to the needs of the audience.

For this screening:

- The lights are dimmed, though not off.

- The volume levels a little lower than usual.

- You are free to move around the screen and to enter and exit the cinema at any time, with easy access for any wheelchair users.

- You're free to make noise in these screenings. 

- Staff are trained and ready to assist with any help you or other audience members may need while you're at the cinema at Barbican.

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Cinema 3

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.