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In the immediate aftermath of the March 2019 Christchurch terrorist attack, former Somalian refugee and policy advisor Guled Mire found himself under the glare of TV lights discussing the deep-rooted problem of racism in Aotearoa. This documentary follows reluctant community leader Mire and his group of friends and supporters, leading up to the one year commemoration service in Hagley Park. Much changes in 2020; the coronavirus pandemic dominates national conversation and Mire is set to study overseas. The societal change Mire and the Kiwi Muslim community desire struggles for attention.  

New Zealand is the world's leader in being complacent, in fact talking about racism is probably just as hard as it was a year ago...

– Guled Mire delivers his thoughts on discussing racism in New Zealand in 2020

Key Cast & Crew

Francesca Mackenzie

Director

Tom van den Brink

Cinematographer, Colourist, Editor

Nicola Bailey

Producer

Bonnie Schwarz

Composer

Adorate Mizero

Producer, Cultural Advisor

Juliette Veber

Producer