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In search of the inner self
MARIA DUARTE recommends an intelligent exploration of family conflict and taboo subjects
Alexandra Burke as and Natey Jones as Travis

Pretty Red Dress (15)
Directed by Dionne Edwards

 

 

A DROP-DEAD gorgeous red dress is the catalyst for change and forcing a south London family to face their secret desires in Dionne Edwards’ quietly bold debut feature film which examines black masculinity and society’s definition of a family unit.

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