Leave the Edges (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Film
Released in 2020, Leave the Edges is an animation and documentary film directed by Baff Akoto, running about 39 minutes.
What it’s about. A deep and rich exploration of the complex ancestries of African diasporic cultural expression, inspired by post-colonial African spirituality and artistic practices from West Africa to the Caribbean and Europe. It mixes subtle and exquisite film with live choreography to create a visual poem of dynamic interactions between image, dance, ritual and music.
Who’s in it. Leave the Edges stars Yane Mareine, Yinka Esi Graves and Julien Béramis.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Leave the Edges page.
If you liked it. Fans of Leave the Edges tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Leave the Edges (2020)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Leave the Edges change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Leave the Edges?
- Leave the Edges stars Yane Mareine, Yinka Esi Graves and Julien Béramis.
- When was Leave the Edges released?
- Leave the Edges was released in 2020, with a runtime of about 39 minutes.