16mm film // 3 Screen Installation // Premiered at the union chapel UK

The Turning of the Leaves is a meditation on the subject of masculinity with reference to the First World War and the phenomenon of intergenerational trauma. It's named after a ceremony that takes place in Manchester Cathedral, in which a page is turned in the Book of Remembrance on alternate Wednesdays.

Drawing on research, interviews and participation in mens groups and influenced by the work of Carl Jung, Ted Hughes and the many voices of Kendrick Lamar, the installation is concerned with the challenges facing men today amidst inherited narratives of power, violence and invulnerability.

Written and directed by artist and poet Jack Miguel, in collaboration with award winning filmmaker Taz Tron Delix and electronic musician and sound artist Josh Grey-Jung, long form lyrical text is brought to life through multi screen video projection and a dynamic score produced in surround sound.

Written & Directed by Jack Miguel

Visuals Directed by Taz Tron Delix

DOP - Ruben Woodin Dechamps

Edit - Taz Tron Delix

Sound by Josh Grey-Jung

Dancer - Owen Ridley-DeMonick