Boil That Cabbage Down

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In this documentary, a novice banjoist embarks on a transformative journey to uncover the forgotten Black roots of the banjo. Through lessons, history and struggle, she learns to embrace the instrument’s complex legacy culminating in a celebratory Black Folk Jam Session that connects the past with the present.
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Candace Williamson
Director
Candace Mae is an award-winning director and filmmaker from Orlando, Florida, known for her vibrant storytelling and self-proclaimed title of ‘cool gal.’ Her work is rooted in the belief that joy is a radical form of resistance, and she sees filmmaking as a powerful tool for fostering belonging and deep, authentic joy.
- Year 2024
- Runtime 25 minutes
- Country United States
- Language English
- Director Candace Williamson
- Producer Jem Garcia, Kaylee Hayes
- Co Producer Ambi Butler Airis Paris
- Cinematographer Thom Kristensen
- Editor Khana Tillman, Ukairo Ukairo
- Animator Mya Effiong
- Production Design Jake Nicastro, Tristan St. Germain
- Composer Christa Duggan
- Sound Design Barento Taha
- Music Christa Duggan
- Premiere Philadelphia