Babymother + Q&A
13 Aug 2026
- Directed by Julian Henriques
- Starring Anjela Lauren Smith, Caroline Chikezie, Don Warrington, Wil Johnson and Vas Blackwood
- 82 mins
As part of the Kilburn High Road Festival, we are delighted to be joined by lead actor Anjela Lauren Smith for a Q&A following the screening.
A modern Black British classic recently restored, Babymother follows Anita (Anjela Lauren Smith), a mum on a Harlesden housing estate who dreams of making it as a reggae star. Forming the all-girl group Neeta, Sweeta and Nastie, with her friends Sharon (Caroline Chikezie) and Yvette (Jocelyn Esien), she puts herself centre stage for the first time in her life. But when family drama comes round the corner, can she keep the spotlight?
Written by icons of Lovers Rock Carroll Thompson and Beres Hammond, Babymother is a love letter to North West London’s Black community, with plenty of Brent locations to look out for. The film is shot in stunning, warm colour that reflects its affection for its characters. Julian Henriques debut is a delightful, music-dipped treat, whether you’re rewatching or discovering it today.
The Kilburn High Road Festival is part of The Kilburn High Road Project, which has been made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund with thanks to National Lottery Players. We’re also grateful to Camden Council – Neighbourhood of Culture for their support for the Kilburn High Road Festival.
The Kilburn High Road Project is supported by The National Lottery Heritage Fund, 29th May 1961 Charitable Trust, The Big Give – Arts for Impact, Camden Council – Neighbourhood of Culture, City Bridge Foundation, John Lyon’s Charity, Jules and Cheryl Burns, The Radcliffe Trust, The Vanderbilt Family Foundation, The Vandervell Foundation, Wembley Stadium Foundation.
