Can I Live?

Conceived, written and performed by Fehinti Balogun

Can we save the planet without addressing social inequality? In this screening, Fehinti Balogun (Down Cemetery Road) tells the story of how, as a young Black British man, his path has been forever changed by what he’s learnt about our planet. Using hip-hop and spoken word, Can I Live? is an energising and uplifting new digital performance and a call-to-arms to anyone curious about what we can do to help.

In the face of a sense of helplessness about the climate catastrophe, Can I Live? is an outstretched hand, inviting audiences to recognise they are not alone - and that through understanding the issues and connecting with the many powerful activists around the globe driving change, we can find a sense of hope for the future.

Followed by a special post-film panel with Tāme Iti (Ngāi Tūhoe), MahMah Timotei and Paora Tapsell (Ngāti Whakaue, Ngāti Raukawa), and one of the film’s creators appearing via video link to chat about our local realities.

The film is suitable for ages 12+ and contains some flashing images, some strong language, explores themes of racism, classism and describes some violence.

A Complicité production in association with the Barbican, London, supported by Doc Society and Oxford Playhouse. Supported by Arts Council England and Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation.

Supported by the British Council New Zealand and the Pacific.

Images: David Hewitt