Britain on Film: Black Britain

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Released April 01, 2017

Overview

Featuring footage spanning from 1901 to 1985, this little-seen footage has been found from all across the UK. This programme allows an exploration into stories of migration, community and also the struggle against inequality, while also providing the opportunity to celebrate black British culture and life on screen. Films in the programme include: Miners Leaving Pendlebury Colliery (1901), Hull Fair (1902), For the Wounded (1915), From Trinidad to Serve the Empire (1916), Hello! West Indies (1943), Mining Review 2nd Year No. 11 (1949), To the Four Corners (1957), Black Special Constable (1964), Black Police Officers (1966), Cold Railway Workers (1964), Nigerian Wedding in Cornwall (1964), Coloured School Leavers (1965), London Line No. 373 (1971), African Student Families (1975), Liverpool 8 (1972), Blood Ah Go Run (1982), The Jah People (1981) and Grove Carnival (1981)

Runtime

1h 31m


Origin Country

United Kingdom


Original Language

English


Original Title

Britain on Film: Black Britain


Status

Released


Production Countries

  • United Kingdom

Spoken Languages

  • English

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    Independent Cinema Office

    United Kingdom

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    BFI

    United Kingdom

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    COI

    United Kingdom

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