Exhibiting Black Cinema

A discussion of the themes raised in this season.

  • Total running time 60min

Join season programmer Rógan Graham for a panel discussion on the processes and challenges in archiving, restoring and exhibiting Black-led films to audiences with industry professionals Isra Al Kassi (T A P E Collective), Ashley Clark (Criterion Collection) and Carmen Thompson (We Are Parable).

Rógan Graham is a south London-based writer, film critic, and programmer with a focus on Black and female filmmakers. They curated the upcoming BFI season Black Debutantes, which celebrates early works by Black women directors. Since 2019, Rógan has written for Little White Lies, i-D, Curzon Journal, New York Magazine’s The Cut, and Polyester Zine. They also edited the Clio Award-winning The Underground Railroad campaign book for Barry Jenkins. Beyond writing and hosting, Rógan is passionate about discussing pop divas -particularly Mariah Carey-through their Divas Do Film screenings.

Tickets £6.50.

Joint ticket available with Drylongso on Thursday 22 May 20:30 NFT2 (subject to availability) £17, concessions £14 (Members pay £2.50 less). Book in person at the box office or by phone on 020 7928 3232.