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SHADOWS OF A NATION

SHADOWS OF A NATION

Oct 15, 2026 · 15m

Director

Lucas Crystal

Overview

SHADOWS OF A NATION is a short documentary that explores and observes the daily Brazilian life – an intimate interview with director Akinola Davies Jr, who becomes our narrator and guide in this story – a voice that emerges from the shadows while the story explores heritage, culture, family and sacrifice. Similarly to the director's own feature film, the journey follows in the footsteps of a people – now Brazilian – starting in the north, leaving behind your culture and customs, in search of a livelihood in the south, the promised land.

Cast of SHADOWS OF A NATION

About SHADOWS OF A NATION

What is SHADOWS OF A NATION about?

SHADOWS OF A NATION is a short documentary that explores and observes the daily Brazilian life – an intimate interview with director Akinola Davies Jr, who becomes our narrator and guide in this story – a voice that emerges from the shadows while the story explores heritage, culture, family and sacrifice. Similarly to the director's own feature film, the journey follows in the footsteps of a…

When was SHADOWS OF A NATION released?

SHADOWS OF A NATION was released on October 15, 2026.

How long is SHADOWS OF A NATION?

SHADOWS OF A NATION runs 15 minutes.

Who directed SHADOWS OF A NATION?

SHADOWS OF A NATION was directed by Lucas Crystal.

Who is in the cast of SHADOWS OF A NATION?

The cast of SHADOWS OF A NATION includes Akinola Davies Jr. (Akinola Davies Jr, Narrator).

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