Black Star
October - December 2016
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Explore a galaxy of black film stars as we partner with the BFI on a UK-wide celebration of the range, versatility and power of black actors with a season of films and events taking place in venues across Bristol dedicated to some of the most magnetic performances ever to grace the cinema screen.
Brought to you by Come The Revolution, Black Star in Bristol looks at the music biopic with late night screenings accompanied by events in the Café/Bar. Plus take a look at stars under the radar with early performances from actors who would go on to become stars, alongside reissues of classic films and special events at partner venues Colston Hall and the Trinity Centre. See what's in store below...
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Stars Become Stars
Come The Revolution invite you to take a closer look at the importance of the music biopic in the creation of on screen black stardom with late night events taking in the biggest stars of jazz, soul, rock, funk and hip hop.
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Stars Under The Radar
A chance to discover or rediscover some exceptional films and standout star performances that may not have got the widespread recognition they deserved or have just fallen by the wayside.
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