Book Launch: The Story of British Video Activism
"Before smartphones ushered in 24/7 live crowdsourced news, the humble VHS was a weapon of justice. Ed Webb-Ingall discusses his new research on the use of portable video cameras to record protests and support grassroots campaigns – from labour and housing to racial justice – and how that DIY spirit still ripples through our Insta feeds."
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An event on Thursday 9th April. The event starts at 19:00.
Join us at St Anne’s House for the launch of The Story of British Video Activism (BFI/Bloomsbury), a comprehensive study of how activists used video to document and challenge power in various movements.
Author Ed Webb-Ingall discusses the impact of portable video on political filmmaking in Britain since the late 1960s and its ongoing influence in today's digital landscape.
Entry requirements: 16+
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