The event is organised by the University of Sheffield and is part of the annual Festival of Words (see the official website for a ton of other interesting events).

The event is free and you don’t need to register. Use the More info button [external link] to see more information.

From the organiser:

Join us for a screening of short films directed by Joshua Adejuyigbe. Joshua is the founder of HireyNet Studios, a film production company established in 2021 to nurture creative talent in Nigeria. Joshua has collaborated with producers, actors and directors in the UK. His debut feature film, Ile Ayo (The Musical), reflects his passion for impactful storytelling, focusing on themes of faith, love, and personal growth. Hint Note (2023) was written and directed by Joshua.  How I Spent Christmas (2022), explores the theme of the holiday season.

15-minute film – rolling screening Film Classification 18

Part of the Hidden Figures Project curated by Ruth McDonald – A Caribbean Footsteps Curator

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