Films celebrating the work of activist and broadcaster Darcus Howe shown at the BFI from Nov 6th

Bernardine EA series of films celebrating the work of activist and broadcaster Darcus Howe are being shown at the BFI.

Born in Trinidad during the dying days of British colonialism, Mr Howe settled in the UK in the 1960s.

As an activist, he was central to organising political campaigns, including the historic Mangrove Nine trial, which was depicted in Steve McQueen’s award-winning film Mangrove, and The Black People’s Day of Action, 1981.

Howe also became a household name with a career in broadcasting that spanned three decades from the 1980s and created stimulating programming that stands as a landmark in enlightened broadcasting.

A Date with the Devil: Darcus Howe’s journey from Black Power to Broadcasting on November 6 will explore Mr Howe’s activist years and examine how they influenced his work in TV.

The afternoon will continue with a focus on his broadcasting career and a look at the legendary programme, Badung File.

This will be followed by be a panel discussion, chaired by broadcaster, Dotun Adebayo about what Badung File can teach us about current affairs programming today.

Documentaries featuring Mr Howe will also be screening during the programme, highlighting the continuing theme of identity in his work.

The programme runs until November 14.

Website link: A Date with the Devil: Darcus Howe’s journey from Black Power to Broadcasting