The British Blacklist and We Are Parable come together at BFI London Film Festival for a special conversation examining identity, belonging and the institutions that shape Black British stories on screen.
As part of this year’s BFI London Film Festival, The British Blacklist and We Are Parable will present No Way Out? Institutions and Black British Screen Stories, a free event exploring how contemporary Black British film and television portray lives shaped by the systems and spaces around us.
Taking place at BFI Southbank on Sunday 18 October, the discussion will look at the role institutions play within Black British storytelling, from prisons and housing estates to government structures, and how these environments inform representations of masculinity, identity and belonging.
Using clips from Top Boy, Blue Story and Adulthood, alongside 2026 LFF titles Animol and Florid, the conversation will examine the different ways Black British filmmakers have explored people navigating systems that can influence their opportunities, relationships and sense of self.
The event will be hosted by Anthony Andrews, Co-Founder of We Are Parable, and Akua Gyamfi, Founder of The British Blacklist, bringing together two platforms that have consistently championed Black British film, television and creative talent.
The event is free and currently sold out. However, if you missed out on a ticket, all may not be lost. A standby queue will operate from 15 minutes before the event begins, with any available spaces offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
Ticket holders are also encouraged to arrive early. Tickets for LFF For Free events are over-allocated to account for no-shows, so a booking does not guarantee entry. Doors open 15 minutes before the advertised start time and seating is unallocated unless otherwise stated.
HEADING TO LFF 2026?
The BFI has information available to help audiences make the most of this year’s festival, including tips for preparing for LFF, ticket and booking information, access guidance and £6 tickets for 16 to 25-year-olds.
Visit the BFI London Film Festival website for full festival information, and keep an eye on The British Blacklist for our coverage and picks throughout LFF 2026.