Just watched the documentary….loved it! I feel privileged to have been allowed to share intimate moments of what presumably is a tough time for you and am in awe, as ever, at your enormous powers of expression. Seeing clips of favourite films and footage of you as a young man was such a treat. Thank you, Hanif!
A brilliant documentary, showing the resilience and self-belief that have enabled you to make an almost seamless transition in terms of your writing ability despite the physical, emotional and psychological turmoil you've had to navigate - leaving some of us mere mortals (well, me at least) who've gone through a similar experience somewhat in awe!
I really enjoyed the BBC documentary. Your relationship with your family shines through. I loved seeing all the historical footage of London, being a south Londoner who grew up in the 1970s. Wonderful stuff, and so good to see how well you look.
Also… it really struck me how differently people talked in the 80s and 90s. Of course posh people sounded ridiculous- but actually I think the not posh sounded more cut glass too in the early footage - including Hanif. Wondered what his perspective is - we all posh it up in some places if we feel we need to, so it’s possible he talked more “proper” when dealing with serious arts and theatre people - what do you think? I think now it can be called “code switching”.
Brilliant documentary. I remember watching My Beautiful Laundrette when it was first screened and being blown away by it. And I am blown away by you, Hanif. And your loving sons.
Just watched the documentary….loved it! I feel privileged to have been allowed to share intimate moments of what presumably is a tough time for you and am in awe, as ever, at your enormous powers of expression. Seeing clips of favourite films and footage of you as a young man was such a treat. Thank you, Hanif!
Sorry we won't be able to see it, at least not right away, in the US.
Yahoo, hooray! I got my ticket! Looking forward to this so much- I'm excited to see you in real life Hanif.
A brilliant documentary, showing the resilience and self-belief that have enabled you to make an almost seamless transition in terms of your writing ability despite the physical, emotional and psychological turmoil you've had to navigate - leaving some of us mere mortals (well, me at least) who've gone through a similar experience somewhat in awe!
I wish there was an online option for your gig; it would be great for us not in London to be able to attend. Nonetheless, all the best!
Congrats to you & your devoted family & friends near & far!
Too far to make it, but huge congratulations. I hope you are recovering steadily and in good spirits.
I’d love to be there. Too bad I live in California. I hope it goes wonderfully!
Same here. Looking forward to the book, Hanif.
watched your documentary last night , enjoyed it immensely. Now to catch up on the fabulous films you have made and the books you have written .
I really enjoyed the BBC documentary. Your relationship with your family shines through. I loved seeing all the historical footage of London, being a south Londoner who grew up in the 1970s. Wonderful stuff, and so good to see how well you look.
Just catching up on the documentary- it’s brilliant! Really enjoying it. Hopefully can catch the live show too.
Also… it really struck me how differently people talked in the 80s and 90s. Of course posh people sounded ridiculous- but actually I think the not posh sounded more cut glass too in the early footage - including Hanif. Wondered what his perspective is - we all posh it up in some places if we feel we need to, so it’s possible he talked more “proper” when dealing with serious arts and theatre people - what do you think? I think now it can be called “code switching”.
Brilliant documentary. I remember watching My Beautiful Laundrette when it was first screened and being blown away by it. And I am blown away by you, Hanif. And your loving sons.
Congratulations on making the best of your fateful condition!, like all good artists would need to do. Very inspiring!
Excellent documentary and very interesting to watch
A lovely review of the documentary:
https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2024/sep/16/in-my-own-words-hanif-kureishi-review-so-frank-its-breathtaking
One burning question remains: why were you wearing that red shirt, Hanif?
Wishing you all the best and can’t wait to see you at The Southbank Centre. 👍