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BLACK AND BLUE

By Akanbi Kehinde

Garnetta Cromwell, a blues and soul musician of african descent has a lifelongdream of becoming a professional blues singer. Even though she had temporary deafness atthe ripe age of 5 from lying on the floor and putting her ear to the speaker so she could listen toAretha Franklin’s voice, she didn't see it as an obstacle but instead as a revelation that singingis her calling. Garnetta wants the world to hear her voice. She wants to promote and inspire theyounger generation of blues artists regardless of their race or gender. But as we all know, theworld always has something different planned for us.

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Title

BLACK AND BLUE

Director

Akanbi Kehinde

Country

Canada

Year

2024

Category

Being Black in Toronto

Duration

8'04

Language

English

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