Family Affair

Family Affair is an expository POV documentary which breaches the topic of colorism in the context of the family structure. Through a series of revealing interview, the film explores the unique stories of three generations of black women, who have witness and experienced the harsh realities of colorism within their family structure. Each story sheds a light on the subject of colorism which transcends; history, generational gaps, and color lines- existing in every pocket within society. The documentary provides a candid look at the complexities of race throughout several generations: Teresa Evering (94), Lorraine Evering (50), and Yasmin Evering-Kerr (21). Thus, this film simultaneously, hopeful and thought provoking in its approach to examine the past, present, and future of race politics.

  • stefano notaro
    Director
  • yasmin everin-kerr
    Writer
  • stefano notaro
    Writer
  • doyinsola wale-banmore
    Producer
  • neeti jain
    Producer
  • yasmin everin-kerr
    Key Cast
    "as self"
  • loraine everin
    Key Cast
    "as self"
  • Project Type:
    Documentary
  • Runtime:
    5 minutes
  • Completion Date:
    December 14, 2018
  • Production Budget:
    150 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Canada
  • Country of Filming:
    Canada
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital, Canon C300
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16.9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes
  • End of term class screening
    oakville
    Canada
    December 14, 2018
Distribution Information
  • CBC
    Country: Canada
    Rights: All Rights
Director Biography - stefano notaro

He graduated with praise in Cinema and Visual Arts from RomaTre University in 2013. In 2015 he obtained an International Master’s Degree in Cinema and Audiovisual Studies with honours from the Goethe University of Frankfurt and Université de Montréal, with a thesis on the relationship between the figurative and figural in postmodern cinema. During his studies, he worked as a documentary researcher and journalist. After graduating, he worked several years in London, UK in production and postproduction for major companies, including the BBC. He is now pursuing the Advanced Television and Film postgraduate program at Sheridan College in order to specialise in Directing and Editing. Family Affair is his documentary’s debut.

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Director Statement

I was honoured with the chance to tell the story of the Everin family. As the director of "Family Affair", my objective was to address an issue too rarely investigated by modern society. Through evocative images and testimonies from a family affected by colourism, this film depicts a story of courage, compassion and endurance. My intent was to create a space of expression for these strong women and all the individuals fighting this same battle around the world.