Screening: Lovers Rock

Part of Steve McQueen's Small Axe anthology, Lovers Rock captures the intimate energy of a West London house party in the early 1980s. Over the course of a single night, young people from the Caribbean diaspora gather in a private home to dance, flirt and find moments of connection to the sounds of reggae and lovers rock.

At its centre is a tender romance between Martha and Franklyn, but the film is less about plot than atmosphere - celebrating music, community and fleeting freedom within a society marked by racism and social tension.

This event is part of a series of screenings and talks curated by Dr Clive Chijoke Nwonka for The Music is Black Festival from East Bank at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.

This screening will take place at UCL East Cinema, 1 Pool Street, London, E20 2AF.

Approximate duration: 68 minutes
Recommended age guidance: 17+
Under-18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult

Content warning
Please note that this film includes 

For more information or to discuss any individual concerns, please contact Will McKinna-Hannagan directly at w.mckinna-hannagan@ucl.ac.uk