Show notes
Jamaican filmmaker Esther Figueroa visited the BFC/A in the Spring of 2019. The visit was a part of the program, ‘Black Sun White Moon: Exploring Black Cinematic Imaginations of Space.’ The film series included Fly Me to the Moon, Figueroa’s feature-length documentary about the natural material of bauxite in the Caribbean that have been mined as an essential component of advanced space travel. Esther Figueroa and Dr. Terri Francis have a wide-ranging conversation here about Figueroa’s beginnings in film, exploring different timelines of world events and their connections to everyday lives, and how she views the impact of her work.Topics Discussed:11:43- 16:40 Return to Jamaica, “Kuleana”, the importance of archival work and creation and distribution of Caribbean knowledge, origins of Cockpit Country: Voices from Jamaica’s HeartFrame By Frame is hosted by Dr. Terri FrancisTheme music provided by BRZ with additional music from André Seewood and Deija LighonProduction by David Carter, Deonna Weatherly and Bria McCartyNotes and episode descriptions were written by Yeeseon Chae with additional assistance from David CarterThe views, information, or opinions expressed on the Black Film Center & Archive audio series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of The Trustees of Indiana University ("IU") and/or its employees. IU is not responsible for and does not verify the accuracy of the content contained in this podcast.This podcast and its content are available for private, non-commercial use only. You may not reproduce, display, distribute, modify, or perform any of the content contained in this blog without the prior express written approval of the Black Film Center & and Archive.”