Music is a form of prayer in New Orleans and across the sea in Haiti. It connects the living and the dead, the present with the past.
Every year, in February and March, people all over the western hemisphere gather together to sing, dance, parade, and celebrate Carnival. The most famous Carnival celebration in the United States is New Orleans Mardi Gras. In Haiti, Kanaval is a profoundly significant event that brings together music, politics, and the dreams and demands of the Haitian people.
Although each place has distinct traditions, soundscapes, and cultural histories, there are also undeniable spiritual and physical connections that bond Haiti and New Orleans. Particularly through music, the people of these places find ways to navigate this chaotic, messy, and joyful world.
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The new release tackles a rough topic as Dakota Johnsonâs Nicole grapples with cancer alongside her two kids, husband (Casey Affleck) and family friend (Jason Segel). Gabriela Cowperthwaiteâs film takes its audiences through the complexities and emotions of the family dealing with the life-altering situation. One especially sharp moment at the center of the film comes when Johnsonâs Nicole decides to create a bucket list that involves dying her hair blue and singing on stage with Katy Perry.