Blacks Britannica
Synopsis
A documentary illustrating the black community's understanding of, and response to, racism in Britain. It presents from a black working class perspective, an analysis of racism within the context of British history and the post-war crisis of the British economy. At the same time the film reflects the increasingly militant response within the black community to the continuing attacks upon it, both by organised fascist elements on the streets, and by the state itself.
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"Blacks' Britannica" (1978 Banned film on immigration and racism)
Type: Featurette • Published 2016-12-23
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Koff
- Original Title
- Blacks Britannica
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 58m
- Production Studios
- PBS
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Koff
Tom Scott Robson
David Koff, Musindo Mwinyipembe
Department Leadership Roster
David Koff
Producer
Tom Scott Robson
Editor
David Koff
Director
Musindo Mwinyipembe
Producer
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What is Blacks Britannica about?
A documentary illustrating the black community's understanding of, and response to, racism in Britain. It presents from a black working class perspective, an analysis of racism within the context of British history and the post-war crisis of the British economy. At the same time the film reflects the increasingly militant response within the black community to the continuing attacks upon it, both by organised fascist elements on the streets, and by the state itself.
Who directed Blacks Britannica?
Blacks Britannica was directed by David Koff.
Who stars in Blacks Britannica?
The principal cast of Blacks Britannica includes Darcus Howe, Colin Prescod, Harold Wilson.
When was Blacks Britannica released and how long is it?
Blacks Britannica was released in 1978 with a total runtime of 58m.