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Roots.
Roots is a poetic, experimental short film exploring the filmmaker's personal journey of masculine identity and addiction. The earth cracks and gives way as a man is born to the stars. However, deep underground a seed takes root, sending its poison to the surface.
Credits
Written and directed by Danny Helme.
Cinematography by Danny Helme, James Nash and Jenny Procida.
Ludwig Van Beethoven. Symphony no. 5, op. 67 - ii. Andante con moto. Performed by the Skidmore College orchestra.
Performance and edit by Danny Helme.
Special thanks to Susan Huntington, Keith Marley, Shannon Nicholson and Demelza Kooij.
With thanks to Liverpool John Moores University.
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