Steve McQueen’s Small Axe

Steve McQueen does it again: congratulations to Uprising for winning the @bafta TV Award for Factual Series! 👏 #VirginMediaBAFTAs

Steve McQueen’s Lovers Rock is a delight to all your senses. The minute you step into the West London house party, you can feel the energy of the room, and hear the groove of the music.

Uprising is a vivid and visceral three-part documentary series, examining three events from 1981 in the UK: The New Cross Fire, the Black People’s Day of Action, and the Brixton riots. Stream Uprising on September 17th, on @amazonprimevideo

Congratulations to our #SmallAxe team on our #Emmy nomination for Outstanding Cinematography! 🖤

An undeniable attraction. “Even though it was one night, the connection they had was stronger than ever.” Quote and art by @aboutnatlife 🎨

“As an artist, my job is to make connections.” -Steve McQueen. Congratulations to the cast and crew on our #PeabodyAward .

Altheia Jones-LeCointe and the Black British Panthers succeeded in creating change and fighting racism. Through the active years of activism, the group dedicated their time to end racism and inequality through marches and demonstrations across the city. Swipe to learn more ➡️ #SmallAxe

We strive for a better future. This day is remembered for the progress made. The work for equality is not over. #Juneteenth

Rupert Boyce marched alongside the other eight Mangrove Nine defendants in protest of unethical racial treatment by the local London police. Swipe to learn more ➡️ #SmallAxe

Anthony Innis stood alongside his peers to protest against rising tension form the local police. Swipe to learn more ➡️ #SmallAxe

Congratulations to the #SmallAxe cast and crew on their 6 #BAFTATV wins. 🖤

Godfrey Millet, also known as Roy Caboo, was one of the Mangrove Nine who marched in protection of the black community. Swipe for his story ➡️ #SmallAxe