Catch a Vibe, proud supporter of the bfm Film Festival (6-10 Nov)

I am quite the movie buff so I immediately say yes when Nadia Denton offered me to edit the brochure for the bfm Film Festival. My first job was to watch the movies, in order to write the descriptions. I also edited reviews submitted by other writers and had the opportunity to interview filmmakers Dennis Dortch (A Good Day to be Black and Sexy), Menelik Shabazz (The Story of Lovers Rock) and Jason Young (The Novelist).

The programme of the festival is quite exciting but with so many films and documentaries to see, I’ve decided to share with you my favourite films. Click on Read more to see my Top 5 movies.

A Good Day to be Black and Sexy, Sat 7 Nov, 8.45pm @ BFI Southbank
My favourite film of the bunch. It’s a bold and sexy movie that’s bound to surprise and delight! Perfect for a date or for a girls’ night out. Read my interview with filmmaker Dennis Dortch.

Herskovitz at the Heart of Blackness, Mon 9 Nov, 8.45pm @ BFI Southbank
A documentary on anthropologist Melville J. Herskovitz (1895-1963) who became the leading voice on African-American studies.  It’s a clever, well-paced and edutaining film; more fun than the title suggests.

Good Hair, Fri 6 Nov, 8.45pm + Sun 8 Nov, 2pm @ BFI Southbank
Both screenings for Chris Rock’s documentary are sold out but  there might be returns or cancellations.  Good Hair is a hugely entertaining documentary, well worth the hype.

Something Is Killing Tate, Sun 8 Nov, 2pm @ ICA
A young black man, Tate, tries to kill himself.  Friends and family take turns at his bedside, trying to understand what pushed him to such extremes. Even though the subject matter is very dark, the movie is never depressing but instead very moving.

Soca Power in Trinidad & Tobago, Mon 9 Nov, 7pm @ Rich Mix
A documentary for soca lovers but also for anyone who’s ever jumped up and down the streets of Notting Hill during Carnival. Full of energy, the film features an appearance by soca king Machel Montano.

Check the bfm Film Festival (6 – 10 Nov) official website for the full programmes