World Premiere
Slave Play. Not A Movie. A Play.
Spotlight Documentary
Feature | United States | 79 MINUTES | English | English subtitlesNew York, Experimental, Documentary, LGBTQIA+, Politics, Art, Black & African American Diaspora Stories, Expressions of Black Freedom
A self-portrait of playwright Jeremy O. Harris at work as he deconstructs his provocative and Tony-nominated play, Slave Play. This documentary is as bold and daring as Harris himself, offering an unflinching exploration of his creative process and the motivation behind his groundbreaking work.
Slave Play follows three interracial couples who undergo "Antebellum Sexual Performance Therapy" when the black partners no longer feel sexual attraction to their white partners. Harris' unique voice and playful style take center stage as he guides viewers through the development of his boundary-pushing play. The documentary mirrors the play's provocative nature, delving deep into the theory and inspiration behind Harris' creative decisions as both writer and director. Through intimate workshop footage and candid interviews, the film celebrates Harris' unwavering commitment to pushing the boundaries of what's possible on stage.––Dan Hunt
Cast & Credits
Jeremy O. Harris
Director
Producer
Cinematographer
Composer
Editor
Associate Producer
Co-Producer
US Distributor
Distributor
Cast
Contacts
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SVA Theatre
Village East by Angelika
Village East by Angelika
Beacon Theatre
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