Black is Beautiful: The Kwame Brathwaite Story

Premiering in October at the 2025 BFI London Film Festival, in competeition!

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A touching tribute to a forgotten photographer, freedom fighter and activist, who helped popularise the transformative ‘Black is Beautiful’ movement. Photographer to the greats, collaborator in African liberation movements and archivist of Harlem culture, Kwame Brathwaite’s impact on Black culture is undeniable. Yet his achievements went unrecognised for many years. Bringing his story to light, this film sees family and friends honour his artistry, and features insights from Gabrielle Union, Alicia Keys and Jesse Williams.

STATUS: Completed

GENRE: Feature Documentary