The World of Black Film: A Journey Through Cinematic Blackness in 100 Films

An entertaining, informed, and thought-provoking survey of important and influential Black films from around the world. The World of Black Film is an entertaining, informed, and thought-provoking survey of important and influential Black films from around the globe. Starting with the unfinished silent comedy Lime Kiln Club Field Day (1913) and concluding with Steve McQueen’s World War II epic Blitz (2024), this book takes readers on an exciting journey through an eclectic mix of classics and hidden gems spanning more than 100 years and 30 countries. Beautifully designed and bursting with eye-catching film imagery and poster art, this is essential reading for general film fans, enthusiasts of Black cinema, educators, and students alike. Includes a foreword by Sir John Akomfrah, CBE RA. Format: Hardcover Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.6 x 0.8 in. Pages: 224