We’re setting the screen for Black British stories with legacy, power and truth. Windrush Caribbean Film Festival returns 14–29 June 2025. For the culture. For the archive. For the future. #WCFF2025 #BelongingBeingBecoming #BlackBritishCinema

“This is a critical moment to reflect on the urgent challenges in immigration law and policy, and to collaborate on shaping a fairer, more just system,” - Jacqueline (Jacqui) Mckenzie, head of Leigh Day’s asylum and immigration team More information here: leighday.co.uk/news/events/im…

Read the thoughts of BUFF founder Emmanuel Anyiam-Osigwe MBE from last night’s BFI IMAX screening of SinnersMovie We only had 25 minutes though we could’ve gone on for hours (which we did in the bar afterwards). What a joy it was to have 4 black-owned organisations breaking bread at

🎬 Countdown to #WCFF2025 continues... Next up: Bankie Banx: King of the Dune From Anguilla to global stages, this doc charts the rise of a Caribbean music legend — and the rebel spirit behind Moonsplash. 📅 14–29 June | UK-wide & online 🎟️ windrushfilmfestival.com

🎬 Film spotlight: Bethesda | #WCFF2025 Trey Baptiste can heal others with a touch — but can he face the pain within himself? A powerful story of trauma, sacrifice, and the cost of carrying the world. 📅 14–29 June | UK-wide & online 🎟️ windrushfilmfestival.com

🎬 Cocoa Butter Wishes | #WCFF2025 When Tia receives a jar of cocoa butter for her birthday, she never expects it to contain a Genie. Will she choose the life she truly wants, or the one her family approves of? 📅 14–29 June | UK-wide & online 🎟️ windrushfilmfestival.com

🎬 Guinness Punch explores Caribbean family bonds, the Windrush legacy, and the spirit of Rastafari. A powerful story of history, language, and resilience.  📅 14–29 June | UK-wide & online 🎟️ windrushfilmfestival.com

🧵 Inspiring Dance Forms Around the World Today, on International Dance Day, let's explore diverse dance forms and celebrate movement, culture, and creativity.

Each week we spotlight a filmmaker from this year’s Windrush Caribbean Film Festival. This week, meet Chalice Richardson and discover the story behind Just Like Dad. Read more: windrushfilmfestival.com/news/ (or see the link in our bio) #WCFF2025 #WindrushFilmFestival

🎬 Film Reveal: Love Language Tasha’s infatuation with her older boyfriend pulls her into a dangerous web of love, manipulation, and gang rivalry. A gripping drama exploring control, vulnerability & young love. 📅 14–29 June | UK-wide & online 🎟️ windrushfilmfestival.com

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🎶 Remembering BRAFA – screening at #WCFF2025! In 1985, Hackney’s reggae artists united to record “Let’s Make Africa Green Again”, raising thousands for Ethiopia. This doc reunites the voices behind BRAFA. 📅 14–29 June | UK-wide & online 🎟️ windrushfilmfestival.com

Bristol Arnolfini | 3PM–6:30PM A one-day film programme honouring protest, Carnival, and Caribbean storytelling including *Mas Resistance*, *Reimagining Queen Nanny* and more. In partnership with Curiosity UnLtd. 🎫 Tickets: windrushfilmfestival.com 📸 Hannah Atkins @arnolfiniarts

Rio Dalston | 1:30PM Watch *Burning an Illusion* and stay for a live post-film panel. Hosted by Paulette Harris-German with Cassie McFarlane and the film's co-directors. windrushfilmfestival.com Rio Cinema This event is funded by Hackney Council’s Windrush Microgrant Scheme.

Stratford | 6PM–7:30PM An evening of shorts including *Mas Resistance*, *Love Language*, *Guinness Punch*, and more. Presented in association with Newham Council. Tickets: windrushfilmfestival.com @newhamlondon

🔥 Dalston: don’t miss this! We’re taking over Rio Cinema on 21 June with *Burning an Illusion*, *M.A.E.* and a must-see panel. 🎟️ windrushfilmfestival.com Rio Cinema Presented in partnership with ALT A REVIEW. Funded by Hackney Council’s Windrush Microgrant Scheme.

Your front row to Windrush stories starts here. Five locations. One festival. Countless legacies. Tickets now available: windrushfilmfestival.com or link in bio

Today, we mourn the loss of a significant figure and trailblazer from the Windrush Generation. It was an honor and privilege to have known and collaborated with him on highlighting the importance of Black British history. bbc.com/news/articles/…

The number of people dying before getting compensation is increasing amongst Windrush victims too. The primary cohort are elderly & with claimants seeking reviews of initial offers, rightly so, claims can take 2/3 years & even longer. #WindrushScandal thetimes.com/uk/law/article…

The Notting Hill Carnival might have been saved for 2025 due to additional funding provided by the office of the Mayor of London, and two councils, the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea and Westminster for security. But the news that Culture Secretary, Lisa Nandy, refused