A Film Series Celebrating Resilience, Culture, and Heritage: Black Joy
October 10 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
£3
Celebrate Black History Month with a powerful film series that explores the richness and diversity of Black history and culture. Dive into Mami Wata, where a village fights to restore their deity’s glory; The Woman King, a thrilling tale of fierce female warriors in 1800s Africa; and Black Joy, a vibrant story of a young immigrant navigating 1970s Brixton. Experience the raw energy of Babylon, capturing the struggles of a Black musician in 1980s London, and immerse yourself in The Story of Lovers Rock, the unique sound that united communities in the 70s and 80s. Don’t miss this unforgettable celebration of resilience and cultural heritage—register now!
Black Joy
Black Joy is a vibrant and witty 1977 British film that captures the chaotic journey of a young Guyanese immigrant, Ben, trying to find his way in the bustling streets of Brixton. Arriving in London with dreams of an easier life, he finds himself caught in a whirlwind of mishaps and misadventures. His troubles are largely fueled by Dave (played by Norman Beaton from popular TV show Desmonds), a street-smart, “assimilated” Caribbean con artist who leads him into one fiasco after another. Adapted from the stage play Dark Days and Light Nights by Jamal Ali and showcased at the 1977 Cannes Film Festival, Black Joy is a cleverly ironic yet poignant look at the immigrant experience.
Suggested Donation £3 per person.
This is a ‘Colour Me In’ screening series – a project developed by The New Black Film Collective, to fully equip Black exhibitors with tools and knowledge to access affordable titles, venues and resources, in order to be resilient in serving their audiences.
Programme supported by Film Hub London, managed by Film London. Proud to be a partner of the BFI Film Audience Network, funded by the National Lottery. www.filmlondon.org.uk/filmhub