Somali-British author Nadifa Mohamed has earned a prestigious nomination for the 2024 Edinburgh TV Festival Award for Best Factual Presenter. The recognition comes for her powerful documentary, "Britain's Human Zoos," a harrowing exploration of the forgotten history of human zoos in Britain.
Mohamed's documentary unveils the shameful practice of displaying Black and Brown individuals for the entertainment of British audiences in the 19th and 20th centuries. "Britain's Human Zoos" strives to restore humanity and agency to those who were treated as mere objects, many of whom, Mohamed reveals, remain on display in museums today even after death. The documentary aired on Channel 4 in the UK.
Known primarily for her acclaimed novels, most recently the Booker Prize shortlisted "The Fortune Men," Mohamed brings her research and storytelling prowess to a new medium in "Britain's Human Zoos." The film, which has garnered critical acclaim, explores a disturbing chapter in British history, shining a light on the systemic racism and dehumanization that permeated society for far too long.
The Edinburgh TV Festival, an annual gathering for television industry professionals, will announce the winners of the Edinburgh TV Awards on August 22nd. The Jury President for this year's awards is British rapper and television presenter Big Zuu.
Mohamed's nomination stands as a testament to her impactful work in bringing this crucial historical narrative to the forefront. Congratulations to Nadifa Mohamed for this well-deserved recognition.
Mohamed's documentary unveils the shameful practice of displaying Black and Brown individuals for the entertainment of British audiences in the 19th and 20th centuries. "Britain's Human Zoos" strives to restore humanity and agency to those who were treated as mere objects, many of whom, Mohamed reveals, remain on display in museums today even after death. The documentary aired on Channel 4 in the UK.
Known primarily for her acclaimed novels, most recently the Booker Prize shortlisted "The Fortune Men," Mohamed brings her research and storytelling prowess to a new medium in "Britain's Human Zoos." The film, which has garnered critical acclaim, explores a disturbing chapter in British history, shining a light on the systemic racism and dehumanization that permeated society for far too long.
The Edinburgh TV Festival, an annual gathering for television industry professionals, will announce the winners of the Edinburgh TV Awards on August 22nd. The Jury President for this year's awards is British rapper and television presenter Big Zuu.
Mohamed's nomination stands as a testament to her impactful work in bringing this crucial historical narrative to the forefront. Congratulations to Nadifa Mohamed for this well-deserved recognition.
