Until 20:00 Stratford Library, 3 The Grove, Stratford, London E15 1EL
A one-hour feature documentary “that unearths and examines the mysterious figure that is Nanny of the Maroons – one of the most celebrated, but least recognised heroines in the resistance history of the New World.
The film also sheds light on the incredible resistance movement of the Jamaican Maroons, led by the indomitable 18th century military genius, Nanny of the Maroons. A spiritual leader, skilled in the use of herbs and guerilla warfare tactics, from her mountain stronghold at the source of the Stony River in the majestic Blue Mountains, she directed the warfare that effectively neutralised the vaunted British firepower.
Following on the heels of Akwantu: the Journey (2012), Anderson’s award-winning film on the history of the Jamaican Maroons, Queen Nanny expands on the story of the New World’s first successful freedom fighters by shedding light on to one of the leading figures in that struggle.”
Dir: Roy T. Anderson
Cert: TBC
Dur: 1h
Q&A: Courttia Newland (Author, Screenwriter, Playwright, Creative Writing Tutor, Literary Activist)
- 00pm: Doors open + Special Readings by Courttia Newland
- 15pm: Film starts promptly
- 15pm: Q&A
- 00pm: Venue closes
Free refreshments available!
Admission is on a first come, first served basis.
Register online at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/newham-word-festival-queen-nanny-legendary-maroon-chieftainess-tickets-39080326308
HERitage stall this Saturday 29th January at St Cuthbert's hall, Amble. Come along, see you there