London Met x FACE presents: An exclusive film screening of 'Mind the Gap'

London Met x FACE presents screening of Ricardo Baker's 'Mind the Gap'

The Centre for Equity and Inclusion welcome you to join our launch event for London Met's #BH3652025 campaign in collaboration with FACE (Fashion and the Arts Creating Equity).

The event includes an exclusive film screening of 'Mind the Gap' followed by a panel talk with Ricardo Baker, award-winning filmaker of short film Re:Tension..This is your chance to catch a special screening of Ricardo Baker's latest film at London Met's Holloway Road campus for an evening of cinematic magic. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of independent cinema!

Who can attend?

The event is open to staff, students and members of the public.

About the Film

Mind The Gap from award winning filmmaker and Associate Professor Ricardo Barker, is a sharp, reflective drama that tackles the often overlooked issue of unconscious bias in higher education.

The film builds on Ricardo Barker’s short film Re:Tension (2020), nominated for Best Educational Film at the Learning on Screen Awards; and instrumental in Leeds Trinity University winning the Diversity & Inclusion category at the 2021 Whatuni Student Choice Awards.

The story follows Daniel (Ciaran Dow Jones), a respected senior lecturer whose grading practices are exposed as unequal. What begins as a defence of his integrity becomes a transformative journey for Daniel, his colleagues, and his students as they confront uncomfortable realities lurking beneath the surface of academia.

Co‑created with students & staff across Leeds Trinity University — and informed by collaborations with University College London and St Mary’s University — the project translates extensive research data on the “awarding gap” into a compelling narrative that both provokes and educates.

“Mind The Gap is a research driven film that uses comedic storytelling to make complex data visceral and human. By centring student voices, we challenge audiences to recognise their own biases and imagine fairer futures for higher education.”
— Ricardo Barker Writer, Director and Producer

Meet the Filmaker

Ricardo Barker is an Associate Professor at Leeds Trinity University and a multi-disciplinary filmmaker working in the fields of drama, documentary, and music. He has particular expertise in anti-racist pedagogy, and his films encompass such topics as racial micro-aggressions, institutional racism, and the multiple ways racism manifests in society, particularly in higher education.

FACE

FACE is a not-for profit organisation dedicated to catalysing transformation within Higher Education Arts and Design fields, and the creative industries. Our mission is to champion equity, inclusivity and unity, with a specific focus on addressing issues related to race, colour, and ethnicity. Find out more about FACE here.

Format: Attendees must attend in-person due to licensing agreements.

The theme for UK Black History Month 2025 is "Standing Firm in Power and Pride"

Date: Thursday 2025, 17:30-19:30 (the drinks reception will begin at 18:30)

Venue (in-person): The Great Hall, accessed via the entrance hall of the Main Building (Rocket Reception)

166-220 Holloway Road
London
N7 8DB

Privacy: Please note this is a public event will be livestreamed and recorded.

Registration deadline: For in person attendees, we will close registration at 17:00. However, there will be a small quantity of tickets available on the door.

Campus accessibility

Please view our accessibility guides for more information.

The Centre for Equity and Inclusion

The Centre for Equity and Inclusion sits at the heart of London Met as the ideological driving force behind its pedagogy, the student experience and workplace culture. It is the catalyst through which we actualise our commitment to social justice.

The Centre seeks to draw out the University’s greatest features, building on existing strengths and celebrating best practice. It aims to create conditions that give students and staff the opportunity to unlock their full potential whilst building a cohesive and harmonious community united by the pursuit of excellence in social justice.

Find out more information about the Centre.

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