Short film and Q&A explore impact of UK drug trade

Find out how to book your free tickets below

FAIR TRADE: A still from directorv Leon Oldstrong's short film

JOIN WRITER and director Leon Oldstrong for a special screening of his latest short film, FAIR TRADE, a powerful look at the impact of the UK drugs trade on young people and their families.

The screening will be followed by a panel discussion of the issues raised in the film, with the film’s director and special guests Nelson AbbeyKeisha McLeod and Metropolitan Police inspector Richard Berns.

What’s the film about?

Jason Bolaji is a normal 15-year-old growing up in south London. He has a loving mother, great friends, and has always managed to stay out of trouble. Everything changes when he comes to the attention of a local drug dealer and his world is turned upside down.

Details:

Date: Thursday, February 6 2020
Time: 6.30pm – 8.30pm
Location: Jeffery Hall, Institute of Education, 20 Bedford Way, Bloomsbury, London WC1H 0AL
Tickets: Book your free tickets via eventbrite

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