Common Characters (2021)
Community. Survival. Liberation.
After overcoming a series of life-altering events - including an addiction to crystal meth, an HIV diagnosis and death of his mother - WILLIE THE GENIUS, an afroqueer performance artist, decides to put his life on stage in a gripping solo theatre play. While developing his theatre production, a film crew documents his process, as he explores the often uncomfortable territory of his own liberation and self realization in a manner that is both raw and unfiltered.
Director: Lisa Janae
Runtime: 30 min
Release Date: October 26, 2021
Cast
Music: EmmoLei Sankofa
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Lisa Janae
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Common Characters about?
- After overcoming a series of life-altering events - including an addiction to crystal meth, an HIV diagnosis and death of his mother - WILLIE THE GENIUS, an afroqueer performance artist, decides to put his life on stage in a gripping solo theatre play. While developing his theatre production, a film crew documents his process, as he explores the often uncomfortable territory of his own liberation and self realization in a manner that is both raw and unfiltered.
- Who directed Common Characters?
- Common Characters was directed by Lisa Janae.
- Who stars in Common Characters?
- Common Characters stars WILLIE the GENIUS.
- How long is Common Characters?
- Common Characters has a runtime of 30m (30 minutes).