Gulbenkian has a fantastic programme of events lined up for Black History Month this year including performances, films screenings and more!

Screening in our cinema, Respect is the new film from Liesl Tommy following the remarkable true story of Aretha franklin’s career from a child singing in a church choir to international superstardom. Starring Jennifer Hudson, Forest Whitaker, Marlon Wayans, Audra McDonald, and Mary J. Blige, this is one musical sensation not to miss! Screening from Friday 8th October at Gulbenkian Arts Centre. Tickets £8.95 / University of Kent Staff £6.95 / Student £6 / Other Concessions are available.

Babylon

See British cult classic Babylon is a film that captures the trials and tribulations of young black youths in 80s London with vivid cinematography, a powerful message and an incredible soundtrack . See it on Friday 29th October. The film screening will be followed by a Q&A with film cast member Beverley Woodhams, and a DJ set in the café from 9.30pm. Tickets £8.95 / University of Kent Staff £6.95 / Student £6 / Other Concessions are available.

Candyman

In 2017, Jordan Peele’s Get Out was a watershed moment to horror subverting the genre’s long record of offensive racial tropes, and four years on its legacy can be seen across film and tv. Catch the update of the classic 1990s film that has become the latest black horror hit, Candyman on Tuesday 2nd November. This new take, produced by Jordon Peele and directed by rising star Nia DaCosta, gives the franchise a significant overhaul making Candyman is a brilliant horror that addresses issues such as racial injustice and gentrification. Tickets £8.95 / University of Kent Staff £6.95 / Student £6 / Other Concessions are available.  This film screening is also a 2ForTuesday screening, where Students and Under 25s can get 2 tickets for the price of 1.

For more information and tickets please visit www.thegulbenkian.co.uk.