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Xposé is the place for news, views and critical writing from The New Black Film Collective and allies.
Bokeem Woodbine Interview
The New Black Film Collective had the chance to speak to renowned character actor, Bokeem Woodbine, about his supporting turn as Bootsy, the criminal best friend of Hampton. In this interview, we discuss Woodbine's process when portraying real-life characters, his approach to comedy and much more.
Harder Truths - Mike Leigh and the authenticity of the white filmmaker
In a time of increased representation in film the ongoing debate still lingers over who can tell what stories and the authenticity of films about people of colour made by white people…
Ayesha Carr Interview
Apple TV+ continues its winning streak of exciting original programming with the David Oweloyo lead show Government Cheese (2025 - Present). Which follows Hampton Chambers, an ex fraudster released from jail trying his best to re-assemble his family unit in space age 60s America…
Government Cheese
Government Cheese (2025) is the latest original show from AppleTV+ and while it doesn’t reach the heights of Severance (2022 - Present) or The Studio (2025 - Present), this show certainly continues the Apple’s winning streak…
Night Stage BFI Flare
Walking into the BFI Southbank home of BFI Flare, the BFI’s LGBTQIA+ film festival for my screening I suddenly felt like I was underdressed and totally uncool. This festival has become a staple of the London film calendar and has become an amazing celebration of queer cinema from across the globe, with big names and exciting new voices in equal measure…
Bam Bam: The Sister Nancy Story
The first female dancehall DJ, a pioneer who fearlessly stepped into and stood out in the male world of reggae is the star of this documentary. Bam Bam: The Sister Nancy Story (2024) reveals the majestic sistren behind the song still dominating the genre, and crossing over into others 40 years later…
She Got Games - Annabel Ashalley-Anthony Interview
Annabel Ashalley-Anthony is the Founder of Melanin Gamers, an organisation that promotes diversity and inclusion in the video games industry. Their mission is to create a socially conscious gaming community…
House Negro vs Field Negro: Choosing your community over commodifying your culture?
Rewind to 2016 when the ‘Doggfather’ Snoop admonished any Black person prepared to perform at Donald Trump’s first inauguration, calling them, “Uncle Tom Ass N*gga”…
What a ‘Tax’ Relief - Samuel Ampah
Talking Drum Entertainment is a visionary UK company dedicated to the development and distribution of Black film and TV content. It started developing film projects in 2006 and in 2009 established a small part-time operation with the backing of Odeon Cinemas, organising premieres and special screenings across the UK…
Miranda Wayland - CEO of Creative Diversity Network
Miranda Wayland has over 20 years’ experience working for the world’s largest and most influential broadcasters and streamers, which include, Amazon MGM Studios, BBC, and ITV…
Rico Johnson-Sinclair Interview
Currently working as Skills and Training Director at Warner Bros. Discovery developing and leading on CrewHQ, a skills and training centre based at the renowned Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden, Rico works to develop and nurture ‘below-the-line’ crew and embed inclusion into training and skills from inception…
Killing The White Man: Revenge cinema by Black and female auteurs
‘Revenge cinema’ encompasses films where protagonists seek retribution, often reflecting a broader narrative of empowerment and resistance against historical exclusion, particularly for Black and female creators…
Pauline Black: A 2 Tone Story
Marginalisation and microaggressions; we all know how it is to live under a white gaze which leaves us feeling restricted, lonely and questioning our inherent worth…
Screening With The Enemy: Exhibiting film in a hostile environment
The arts hold a profound power to connect us, reflecting our shared humanity and amplifying the voices of those too often silenced…
The Residence
The Residence (2025) follows Detective Cupp (Uzo Aduba) as she investigates the death of the White House’s chief usher during the annual state dinner, with the staff as the primary suspects…
One of Them Days
One of Them Days (2025) is a unique gem that blends the frantic, anxiety-inducing energy of a buddy comedy whilst exploring the complexity of female friendship…
Dreams In Nightmares BFI Flare
Following three friends as they road trip across the country to look for their friend they cannot get in contact with, Dreams in Nightmares is an understated and contemplative exploration of the realities of Black queer life in America…
Just Another Girl on the I.R.T.
Another Girl on the I.R.T. is a colourful and dynamic 90s gem that tells the story of Chantel - a moody, ambitious teen who thinks she’s above it all…