Human and non-human bodies are brought together to explore and celebrate the complexity of the natural world and our place in it. In this screendance film, director and environmental activist Madeline Shann interrogates the presence of Black people and People of Colour in the British Countryside. Through her collaboration with dancer Rudzani Moleya, a Black figure is situated in a landscape brimming with luscious green flora and constant movement, where she may represent an avatar or perhaps even the embodiment of nature itself. The Spring (2022) combines delicate close-ups and impressive aerial shots to remind us of the expansive possibilities of belonging to nature. What would we gain and what would we save, if we created more distance between ourselves and the anthropocene?

In this episode, Madeline discusses the inspirations and influences behind the film and more. 

Fringe of Colour Films is a hybrid arts festival for Black people and People of Colour. Find out more at ⁠fringeofcolour.co.uk⁠