The World of Black Film Weekend

Writer, broadcaster, and film programmer Ashley Clark presents an eclectic selection of films featured in his new book The World of Black Film: A Journey Through Cinematic Blackness in 100 Films (Laurence King). Ashley Clark will also be in attendance to sign copies of his book.

Malcolm X + intro by Ashley Clark

See Spike Lee’s epic film of the life of Malcolm X, screening from a new 35mm print.

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Black Girl + Jemima + Johnny + intro by Ashley Clark

The seminal work from the father of African cinema focuses on a domestic worker who emigrates from Senegal to France in hope of a better life.

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West Indies: The Fugitive Slaves of Liberty + intro by Ashley Clark

Med Hondo’s spectacular musical traces the history of the West Indies.

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