Black Girl Essex: Here We Come, Look We Here (2019)
The title of this work turns the historically 'white' stereotype of the Essex girl, which characterises women from Essex as unintelligent, promiscuous and materialistic on its head. It centres the implications of identity, place and conflict for black folks living in Essex. Specifically, it disrupts the existing narratives. By giving a platform to these black voices, the work attempts to form new understandings of blackness viewed through a contemporary Essex lens.
Director: Elsa James
Runtime: 14 min
Release Date: June 20, 2019
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Black Girl Essex: Here We Come, Look We Here about?
- The title of this work turns the historically 'white' stereotype of the Essex girl, which characterises women from Essex as unintelligent, promiscuous and materialistic on its head. It centres the implications of identity, place and conflict for black folks living in Essex. Specifically, it disrupts the existing narratives. By giving a platform to these black voices, the work attempts to form new understandings of blackness viewed through a contemporary Essex lens.
- Who directed Black Girl Essex: Here We Come, Look We Here?
- Black Girl Essex: Here We Come, Look We Here was directed by Elsa James.
- How long is Black Girl Essex: Here We Come, Look We Here?
- Black Girl Essex: Here We Come, Look We Here has a runtime of 14m (14 minutes).