The Passion of Remembrance Screening

The Passion of Remembrance, a drama film co-directed by Isaac Julien and Maureen Blackwood, is a radical exploration of 'post-colonial' identity in Britain. Released in 1986, the film features a talented cast, including Anni Domingo, Joseph Charles, and Charlton Chance. With a runtime of 83 minutes, the film is a poetic and hard-hitting commentary on the complexities of race, gender, and sexuality.

The film's narrative shifts between an isolated desert landscape and intense scenes of family life, creating a visual mosaic that signifies the complexity of the black British experience. As the first full-length feature film by Sankofa Film and Video, The Passion of Remembrance is a vanguard work that demonstrates the richness and variety of the black experience.

The screening will take place on Thursday, 29 October 2026, at Fabrica in Brighton. For tickets or more details, click the button beside this article. The event is part of the BFI Amplified series, which showcases innovative and thought-provoking cinema.

The film's exploration of the intersections between race, class, gender, and sexuality makes it a necessary and timely watch. With its unique blend of real and mystic landscapes, The Passion of Remembrance is a compelling and thought-provoking film that is not to be missed.