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Handsworth Songs

Handsworth Songs

The Black Audio Film Collective’s acclaimed essay film, 'Handsworth Songs', examines the 1985 race riots in Handsworth and London. Interweaving archival photographs, newsreel clips, and home movie footage, the film is both an exploration of documentary aesthetics and a broad meditation social and cultural oppression through Britain’s intertwined narratives of racism and economic decline.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Handsworth Songs
  • Genres: Documentary
  • Release Date: 1986-05-08
  • Runtime: 61 minutes
  • Rating: 5.5/10 (10 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Black Audio Film Collective
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.2004
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Pervaiz Khan

Pervaiz Khan

as Voice Over

Meera Syal

Meera Syal

as Voice Over

Yvonne Weekes

Yvonne Weekes

as Voice Over

Gallery

Movie scene

External Links

Keywords

immigrationrace riotracismunited kingdombirmingham

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Handsworth Songs?â–Ľ

Handsworth Songs is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 1986-05-08.

Who are the main actors in Handsworth Songs?â–Ľ

The main cast includes Pervaiz Khan, Meera Syal, Yvonne Weekes, .

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You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Handsworth Songs is available.

Is Handsworth Songs based on a true story?â–Ľ

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of Handsworth Songs?â–Ľ

Handsworth Songs has an IMDb rating of 5.5/10 based on 10 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Handsworth Songs?â–Ľ

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Handsworth Songs?â–Ľ

The soundtrack was composed by Black Audio Film Collective. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Handsworth Songs filmed?â–Ľ

Handsworth Songs was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Handsworth Songs?â–Ľ

The total runtime of Handsworth Songs is 61 minutes.

Is Handsworth Songs suitable for kids?â–Ľ

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Handsworth Songs?â–Ľ

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Handsworth Songs.

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