Before I made this film I would tell people I was Polish or Slovakian… but now if they ask me I feel proud to say that I’m Roma.
Participant
BE ROMA OR DIE TRYIN’
2006, 15 mins
This short film explores Roma identity and challenges common misconceptions about Roma culture and behaviour.
We worked alongside young Roma, who perform in the film, to create Be Roma or Die Tryin’. It is a journey through their heritage and across London, examining Britain’s ignorance of their culture while celebrating the new life they are making for themselves.
Contact: Sophie Critchlow 020 7538 8079
Commissioned by: Roma Support Group
Funders: Changemakers, Equal, European Social Fund, London Councils

