TNB XPO 2026-BLACK IS BEAUTIFUL: THE KWAME BRATHWAITE STORY (OPENING NIGHT)

Schedule

Mon Mar 23 2026 at 08:00 pm to 11:00 pm

UTC+00:00

Location

Channel 4 | London, EN

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A tribute to a forgotten photographer, freedom fighter and activist, who helped popularise the transformative ‘Black is Beautiful’ movement.
About this Event

Welcome to our opening night screening + panel of -

BLACK IS BEAUTIFUL: THE KWAME BRATHWAITE STORY

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.


Dir: Yemi Bamiro

Cast: Kwame Brathwaite, Sikolo Brathwaite, Robynn Brathwaite, Ndola Brathwaite

Dur: 1h 39m

Panel: TBC


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7.30pm: Doors open

8.00pm: Film start

9.30pm: Film ends + Q&A starts

10.30pm: Q&A ends + exit venue

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TNB XPO gives Black creatives and industry professionals a chance to exchange ideas, fill gaps in recruiting and develop a genuinely inclusive filmmaking ecosystem. Our vision is to help the wider industry become more diverse, resulting in box office success and social impact.

At TNB XPO you can meet talented Writers, Directors, Producers, Exhibitors, Distributors, Educators and Publicists that share your ambitions for an inclusive industry and connect with future collaborators. On the fifth day, we shall rise again with our Global family from around the world, exploring co-production opportunities from within our homeland through our Virtual TNB XPO 2026 Programme.

The Industry Daytime Programme is FREE for everyone so that there are no financial barriers to industry knowledge. We want participating in this event, in order to grow in your creative career, to be open to all. When booking a ticket, please let us know any accessibility requirements and how we can assist you in attending TNB XPO 2026. Click

The Audience Evening Programme will be on from Tuesday - Thursday at Rich Mix and will be at subsidised ticket prices. Screening and Q&A information Click

Refreshments provided.

Join us Online Friday 27th March 10am - Zoom link coming soon

We're excited to have you back or welcome you in for the first time. Stay tuned for details of our upcoming programme!

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Channel 4, 124 - 126 Horseferry Road, London, United Kingdom

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