Being Blacker
Originally released in 2018. Being Blacker is a documentary film. directed by Molly Dineen.
Starring Blacker Dread and Molly Dineen
Synopsis
After a ten year absence, acclaimed filmmaker Molly Dineen is back with a new feature documentary: Being Blacker; an intimate portrait of Jamaican-born reggae producer, businessman, father, son and prominent community figure, Blacker Dread. 40 years after featuring in Dineen’s first film, Blacker and his family, friends and community in South London face the combined challenges of rapid social change, gentrification, inequality, poverty, crime and racism as they seek to secure their futures. Made with intimacy and warmth, the film takes us deep into Blacker’s world as he buries his mother, closes his business and faces prison for the first time. Being Blacker offers a rarely-heard perspective on life in Britain today.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 22, 2018
8 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Dartmouth Films
- RTO Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Being Blacker about?
After a ten year absence, acclaimed filmmaker Molly Dineen is back with a new feature documentary: Being Blacker; an intimate portrait of Jamaican-born reggae producer, businessman, father, son and...
Who directed Being Blacker?
Being Blacker was directed by Molly Dineen.
How long is Being Blacker?
Being Blacker has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was Being Blacker released?
Being Blacker was released on January 22, 2018 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Being Blacker?
The main cast of Being Blacker includes Blacker Dread, Molly Dineen.