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Shades of Survival

2025 · 95 min

Documentary

★ 8.0
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Set against the backdrop of three continents, "Shades of Survival" explores the lives of Black women in Africa, the UK, and the USA who have battled breast cancer. With stunning camera work and deeply personal interviews, the film explores the inequities that persist in their fight-across every step of their journey. The documentary offers a stark look at the health care systems that too often fail Black women, while celebrating the courage of those who advocate for change. Blending personal stories, expert insights, and creative performance, "Shades of Survival" is a powerful narrative of survival, community, and the ongoing struggle for health care equity.

Crew

  • Director David Ayeni
  • Writer David Ayeni
  • Writer Hilarie Moore

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