From The Hollywood Reporter · Georg Szalai · · 40s
Rebellion: Bradford 12 Documentary
Documentary reveals how 12 South Asian men in 1980s Bradford faced terrorism charges for defending their community from racism.
In brief
Documentary reveals how 12 South Asian men in 1980s Bradford faced terrorism charges for defending their community from racism. Documentary 'Rebellion' shows 12 South Asian men in 1980s Bradford were tried for terrorism after allegedly defending their community from racist attacks. Originally reported by The Hollywood…
Bradford 12
Bradford, near Leeds, was known for wool manufacturing during the Industrial Revolution and now has a South Asian food scene.
1980s Terrorism Trial
In the early 1980s, 12 young South Asian men stood trial on terrorism charges for defending their community from racist attacks.
Documentary Focus
Activist filmmakers Ken Fero and Tariq Mehmood’s documentary 'Rebellion' retraces the story and broader impact, with Mehmood being one of the Bradford 12.
What matters most
Documentary 'Rebellion' shows 12 South Asian men in 1980s Bradford were tried for terrorism after allegedly defending their community from racist attacks.
