2024 Canadian Screen Awards.

NOMINEE
Best Direction, Documentary Series

Alicia K. Harris

Black Life: Untold Stories

"Haven, But No Heaven"

Synopsis:

Black Life: Untold Stories is an eight-part documentary series that reframes the rich and complex histories of Black experiences in Canada, dispelling commonly accepted myths and celebrating the many contributions of Black Canadians. The series spans more than 400 years with an eye towards contemporary issues, music, policing, Black liberation, immigration, culture, and sports.

Episode Synopsis:
Haven, But No Heaven is an unflinching examination of the history of slavery that dispels the myth of Canada as a utopia for Black people.
Nominees:

Alicia K. Harris

Channel:

CBC

Broadcaster:

CBC

Production Company:

Studio 112, Northwood Entertainment