Kindah spotlights the under-documented history of the Maroon community in Jamaica. They are descendants of self-emancipated Africans who did not just escape slavery but outwitted the British Empire to secure their freedom. Without the privilege of documenting their own history, they were cast into the shadow of history and vilified to their own people. The film offers brief glimpses into some cultural practices that have been carefully preserved within the sovereign Maroon communities, shielded from outside influence over generations. Set against the vibrant backdrop of the Maroons’ annual festival in Accompong and narrated by two chiefs, this film brings this hidden history to light from the perspective of the Maroons themselves.
About the Director
Tibria J. Brown is a Boston-based filmmaker and journalist whose work examines pop culture, international politics, and human rights. She studied International Policy and Multimedia Journalism at Brandeis University and has produced nonfiction video content with organizations such as VOX Atlanta and ABC’s WCVB-TV. Her visual storytelling emphasizes immersive cinematography and avoids traditional narration, allowing subjects to drive the rhythm and direction of each film.
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