A Family Called Abrew(1992)
A Family Called Abrew Synopsis
Director Maureen Blackwood harnesses the distinctive style of the Sankofa Film Collective to sketch the Abrew family tree. The achievements of the unique showbiz family are celebrated using rich archive material, including footage of family members in supporting film roles alongside Paul Robeson and intimate fireside-style testimony. The existence of Black British communities before Windrush is foregrounded, with insights into the Abrews' imprint on British culture beginning in 19th century Scotland.
A Family Called Abrew (1992) is a documentary film directed by Maureen Blackwood, released on January 1, 1992 with a runtime of 40m. It stars Charlie Abrew, Clementina Abrew, Iris Toummavoh and Cyril Lagey.
- Director:
- Maureen Blackwood
- Producers:
- Nadine Marsh-Edwards
- Cinematographer:
- Philip Chavannes
- Production:
- Sankofa Film & Video, BFI, The Scottish Film Production Fund
- Status:
- Released
A Family Called Abrew Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by Maureen Blackwood, produced by Nadine Marsh-Edwards.
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The main cast of A Family Called Abrew (1992) includes Charlie Abrew, Clementina Abrew, Iris Toummavoh, Cyril Lagey and Lee Kane. The film was directed by Maureen Blackwood. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
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A Family Called Abrew was released on January 1, 1992 and runs for 40m.