Triptych
Synopsis
Triptych (2020) is a homage to the the radical, political album, ‘We Insist!’ (1960) by the jazz musician Max Roach – the ideas of which prefigured the themes that became the Civil Rights and anti-apartheid movements. The catalyst for this film was the broadcasted portraits of figures such as Breonna Taylor and George Floyd, and the evident incongruity between the beguiling ordinariness of the images that represented them with the violent end we know they endured. Through a rare focus on portraiture, Akomfrah seeks to express the diversity of Black characters, characteristics and characterisations that should form the bedrock of any de-colonial or anti-racist future.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Akomfrah
- Original Title
- Triptych
- Country of Origin
- Mexico
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 10m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Akomfrah
Department Leadership Roster
John Akomfrah
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Triptych.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Triptych
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What is Triptych about?
Triptych (2020) is a homage to the the radical, political album, ‘We Insist!’ (1960) by the jazz musician Max Roach – the ideas of which prefigured the themes that became the Civil Rights and anti-apartheid movements. The catalyst for this film was the broadcasted portraits of figures such as Breonna Taylor and George Floyd, and the evident incongruity between the beguiling ordinariness of the images that represented them with the violent end we know they endured. Through a rare focus on portraiture, Akomfrah seeks to express the diversity of Black characters, characteristics and characterisations that should form the bedrock of any de-colonial or anti-racist future.
Who directed Triptych?
Triptych was directed by John Akomfrah.
Who stars in Triptych?
The principal cast of Triptych includes Not specified.
When was Triptych released and how long is it?
Triptych was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 10m.