Larry Achiampong's 'Sunday's Best' film installation at Copperfield explores African church experience in Britain

From November 23 to December 16, Larry Achiampong showcased his 2017 short film 'Sunday's Best' through a large-scale projection at Copperfield in London. This film delves into themes of faith and history within the Black diaspora, beginning with the sounds of an African church service and interspersing archival footage of significant events such as the Atlantic slave trade and instances of police brutality. A young boy serves as the narrator, sharing memories of religious leaders and Ghanaian freedom fighters alongside depictions of Jesus. The film contrasts static images of Christian churches with African-led worship spaces in London, culminating in a scene featuring a woman in traditional West African clothing, highlighting a tension between sound and visual elements. Achiampong's work sheds light on often-neglected facets of faith and history in modern Britain.