We Were Here: The Untold History of Black Africans in Renaissance Europe
Overview
"We Were Here" unveils the untold history of Black Africans in Renaissance Europe through iconic artworks. This multilingual film, shot across Europe, challenges the notion that all Blacks were slaves or servants. It reveals a diverse presence, including princes, ambassadors, merchants, and religious figures. Narrated from an Afro-European perspective, it explores stories absent from traditional history books. The film interweaves art history with social narratives, offering a fresh lens on European Renaissance and the complex tapestry of Black presence often overlooked in conventional historical accounts.
About We Were Here: The Untold History of Black Africans in Renaissance Europe (2025)
Released in 2025, We Were Here: The Untold History of Black Africans in Renaissance Europe is a documentary film from Do The Right Films (United States of America). It was directed by Fred Kudjo Kuwornu and written by Fred Kudjo Kuwornu. The cast is led by Antumi Toasijé, Kate Lowe, Olivette Otele, Isabelle Castro Henriques and Aspha Bijnaar. With a runtime of 1h 3m, the film is available in full HD.
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