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Sylvia SolfSuzanne Smith

Door of No Return

  • Documentary

A full body artist, Gregory Maqoma, navigates his own identity through a deeply personal narrative performed at House of Slaves, Senegal. Yearning to move through past and present complexities, Gregory's artistry breaks down walls.

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15 min

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Door of No Return follows performance artist Gregory Maqoma as he explores his personal history through a performance at the House of Slaves on Gorée Island, Senegal, a site emblematic of one of the greatest human tragedies. In his quest to navigate the complexities of the past and present, Gregory’s art rewrites history. The film captures not only a stunning performance but also a powerful physical narrative where he uses his entire body, and movement becomes a means of memory and healing. Poignant, this short film delves into the connection between the artist’s expression and the space charged with both his personal and collective history.