Handsworth Songs
Originally released in 1986. Handsworth Songs is a documentary film. directed by John Akomfrah. At just 61 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Pervaiz Khan, Meera Syal, and Yvonne Weekes
Synopsis
The Black Audio Film Collective’s acclaimed essay film, 'Handsworth Songs', examines the 1985 race riots in Handsworth and London. Interweaving archival photographs, newsreel clips, and home movie footage, the film is both an exploration of documentary aesthetics and a broad meditation social and cultural oppression through Britain’s intertwined narratives of racism and economic decline.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 8, 1986
39 years ago
Runtime
1h 1m
61 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (10 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Black Audio Film Collective
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Handsworth Songs about?
The Black Audio Film Collective’s acclaimed essay film, 'Handsworth Songs', examines the 1985 race riots in Handsworth and London. Interweaving archival photographs, newsreel clips, and home movi...
Who directed Handsworth Songs?
Handsworth Songs was directed by John Akomfrah.
How long is Handsworth Songs?
Handsworth Songs has a runtime of 1 hours and 1 minutes (61 minutes total).
When was Handsworth Songs released?
Handsworth Songs was released on May 8, 1986 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Handsworth Songs?
The main cast of Handsworth Songs includes Pervaiz Khan, Meera Syal, Yvonne Weekes.