Black Barbie
Through autobiographical poetry and animation, a woman reflects on trying to lighten her skin and the beauty ideals that taught her to question its worth.
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Comfort Arthur
Animator, illustrator and filmmaker whose work includes Black Barbie. Her reviewed catalogue credits link animation projects to this profile.
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I'm Living in Ghana Get Me Out of Here
Comfort Arthur's animated comedy series explores the frustrations, humour and everyday surprises encountered while living in Ghana, using a personal and irreverent voice.