THE WEDDING STORIES

Stewart Kyasimire’s BBC short films tell the story of a wedding from six different perspectives

The 2nd Best Man

A gay friend of the groom, who at one time thought there might be more between them, gives a bittersweet speech about not finding a love of his own. Starring Brian James Leys (Ash King in River City) and written by Lorna King

The Gambling Uncle

He arrived in Scotland three years after his sister and, while initially confident, he has somewhat lost his way through gambling and ties back in Africa.

Starring Bruce Fummey and written by Manu Kurewa

The African Mother

The mother of the groom reflects on her feelings about other characters and her strong African roots. Starring Michelle Chantelle Hopewell, right. Written by Kenyan-Scottish

artist Mara Menzies

The Teenage Daughter

A 16-year-old, equal parts teen rebellion and insecure, reflects on her mixed-race heritage. Starring Nandi Hudson (Netflix’s Army Of Thieves and BBC’s The Nest). Written by author and journalist Eilidh Akilade

The Estranged Sister

A wild child in her teens, she fled the family in acrimony to live and work in Spain. Now she hides in the bathroom and thinks about the reception that awaits her. Written by and starring Moyo Akande (Guilt)

The Bartender

She came to Scotland five years ago from Nigeria and aspires for a creative life in modelling and acting. She acts as the commentator, rounding up the evening’s events. Starring Lola Aluko (BBC series The Demon Headmaster)