A Family Called Abrew

A Family Called Abrew 1992 Released

Directed by Maureen Blackwood

Documentary · 40 min

 

A Family Called Abrew 1992 Released

Directed by Maureen Blackwood

Documentary · 40 min

 

Director Maureen Blackwood harnesses the distinctive style of the Sankofa Film Collective to sketch the Abrew family tree. The achievements of the unique showbiz family are celebrated using rich archive material, including footage of family members in supporting film roles alongside Paul Robeson and intimate fireside-style testimony. The existence of Black British communities before Windrush is foregrounded, with insights into the Abrews' imprint on British culture beginning in 19th century... see more

Director Maureen Blackwood harnesses the distinctive style of the Sankofa Film Collective to sketch the Abrew family tree. The achievements of the unique showbiz family are celebrated using rich archive material, including footage of family members in supporting film roles alongside Paul Robeson and intimate fireside-style testimony. The existence of Black British communities before Windrush is foregrounded, with insights into the Abrews' imprint on British culture beginning in 19th century... see more
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RUNTIME
N/A min
RELEASED
Jan 1, 1992
COUNTRY
US, GB
LANGUAGE
EN
SPOKEN
English
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REVENUE
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