A Northern Soul
Synopsis
Filmmaker Sean McAllister return to his hometown of Hull as creative director of the opening ceremony of the City of Culture celebrations, where he reflects on the changes to a city hit by cuts in public spending and divided by Brexit. The film follows local resident Steve Arnott, a struggling warehouse worker by day and hip-hop performer by night, who harbours his own creative dream.
“Back home in Hull, where I began, I have been filming Steve and wondering whether he can, against the odds, unlock the opportunities to build a better life? Is social mobility possible in cities like Hull? What role does culture have to play in this? How long can he hold onto his dreams for?” (Sean McAllister)
Official Selection Sheffield Doc/Fest 2018 - Opening Night Film
Details
- Year
- 2018
- Type of film
- Features
- Running Time
- 73 mins
- Director
- Sean McAllister
- Producer
- Elhum Shakerifar
- Executive Producer
- Emma Dutton, Rebecca Joerin-Sharp, Ian Sharp
- Music
- Terence Dunn
- Music Supervisor
- Carmen Montanez Callan
Genre
Production status
Complete
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Last updated 19th April 2018
