PIGMENTS

In a vibrant urban neighborhood, the paths of Damas, Rosa, Nelson, Marcus and other identity-seeking souls intertwine, each facing personal challenges representing the black community's struggles against the oppressive dominant norms of society.

Rosa continually struggles with pressures to fit predominant beauty standards and seeks to break free from these expectations, seeking to redefine her own concept of beauty.

Nelson, an aging newspaper delivery boy, expresses the frustration of a generation faced with unfair working conditions and disillusionment with shattered dreams. His anger reflects the unease of those whose aspirations have been stifled in a world defined by restrictive standards.

Marcus, as the spiritual leader of the “red cap gang,” embodies resistance to assimilation. His group actively fights against oppressive influences, advocating emancipation through direct action rather than conforming to established norms.

This short film highlights the crucial importance of taking action to defend a threatened cultural identity and to free oneself from the constraints imposed by society. Each character represents a facet of this struggle, challenging established norms and positioning themselves for a future where the freedom of the black community is preserved, affirmed and celebrated.