Black Pioneers
The early history of black filmmaking in the UK.
The early history of black filmmaking in the UK.
Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) Education Resources: UK Black History Resources
A collection of Black History Month movies, documentaries, and television shows that reflect on America’s history of racism, celebrate the achievements of black social activists, and explore the experiences of everyday Americans (and complement our Black History Month reading list). From thought-provoking documentaries to award-winning films, here are 15 must-watch movies, documentaries, and television shows to … More
Our chief film critics have chosen essential movies from the 20th century that convey the larger history of black Americans in cinema.
Black folks and people of color are out making culture, like we always have been since times immemorial. But white supremacist patriarchal capitalism has upgraded itself and once again our cultural production is capitalised on, while our bodies, well-being and communities are still expendable.
The difference between teaching and critical pedagogy is vital to Handel Kashope Wright: ‘Critical pedagogy brings to the floor issues of social identity’ revealing where power resides and inequalities are preserved. ‘Multiculturalism’, ‘anti-racism’… terms often used without their cultural and historical meaning. Listen to Handel talk about how different politics, peoples, places intersect…
Black and minority ethnic people make up 17% of English arts workforce and disabled people account for 4%, report finds.
Today Directors UK releases its new report looking at the under-representation and under-employment of black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) directors: UK Television: Adjusting the Colour Balance. Our report reveals the shocking statistic that only 1.5% of UK television is made by a BAME director.
Watching films is one of the UK‟s favourite pastimes. We know that the UK is becoming an increasingly diverse society and it is absolutely vital that the film industry reflects that by serving the broadest possible audiences, reflecting their lives and age, gender, ethnicity, race, sexual orientation and physical ability.
Many d/Deaf people report bad experiences in cinemas such as poor customer service, or lack of subtitles on advertised screenings. Because of this, cinema trips can become stressful. d/Deaf audiences of colour may feel further reluctance to go to the cinema if they’ve experienced racial prejudice or don’t feel represented in their cinema. Running a club that supports an intersectional audience in this way creates a safe space for d/Deaf audiences of colour and can provide valuable cultural experiences and social opportunities.