Being Kae Tempest
Synopsis
Poet, rapper, playwright and recording artist Kae Tempest is one of the most viscerally exciting artists working in Britain today. They are the youngest ever recipient of the prestigious Ted Hughes prize and have been nominated for both the Brit and Mercury music awards. Tempest has always found support and respect within the queer art scenes, a place close to their heart. In July 2020, they came out as non-binary, announcing that they would publish and perform under the name Kae. This film delves deep into their creative process and gains rare, intimate insights into Kae’s life throughout a period of profound personal and artistic change.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Emily McDonald
- Original Title
- Being Kae Tempest
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 59m
- Production Studios
- Bohemia Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Emily McDonald
Todd Austin
Department Leadership Roster
Todd Austin
Producer
Emily McDonald
Director
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What is Being Kae Tempest about?
Poet, rapper, playwright and recording artist Kae Tempest is one of the most viscerally exciting artists working in Britain today. They are the youngest ever recipient of the prestigious Ted Hughes prize and have been nominated for both the Brit and Mercury music awards. Tempest has always found support and respect within the queer art scenes, a place close to their heart. In July 2020, they came out as non-binary, announcing that they would publish and perform under the name Kae. This film delves deep into their creative process and gains rare, intimate insights into Kae’s life throughout a period of profound personal and artistic change.
Who directed Being Kae Tempest?
Being Kae Tempest was directed by Emily McDonald.
Who stars in Being Kae Tempest?
The principal cast of Being Kae Tempest includes Kae Tempest.
When was Being Kae Tempest released and how long is it?
Being Kae Tempest was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 59m.