What happens when six women with learning disabilities and/or autism take inspiration from Emily Brontë’s 'Wuthering Heights' and the ethereal, otherworldly energy of Kate Bush’s iconic music video? The result is 'Wuthering Heights: Cathy’s Modern Manifesto'. A ground-breaking collaboration between Mind the Gap (UK) and Teatr 21 (Poland) that redefines strength, desire, and inclusion on screen.
This manifesto raises a provocative question: how do we reconcile individual desires and ambitions in a world that too often excludes? The answer unfolds in the performers’ choreography—a collective yet deeply personal expression of joy, defiance, and longing. These women are not asking for permission to take up space; they are claiming it with every step and gesture. Their movements are filled with power and intent, reclaiming their stories with a rawness and intimacy that resonate long after the final frame.
Striking and unapologetic, this piece reminds us of the transformative power of truly being seen. Through hauntingly evocative imagery and fearless storytelling, the film challenges us to rethink what inclusion really means, inviting us to envision a world where every voice and body is valued.
The project will preview in Bradford as part of City of Culture 2025 before premiering in Warsaw, Poland.
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Learn more about the event in Warsaw.