Being Kae Tempest
A look into Kae Tempest's creative process and insights into their life throughout a period of profound personal and artistic change.
Poet, rapper, playwright and recording artist Kae Tempest is one of the most viscerally exciting artists working in Britain today. They are the youngest ever recipient of the prestigious Ted Hughes prize and have been nominated for both the Brit and Mercury music awards.
Tempest has always found support and respect within the queer art scenes, a place close to their heart. In July 2020, they came out as non-binary, announcing that they would publish and perform under the name Kae. This film delves deep into their creative process and gains rare, intimate insights into Kae鈥檚 life throughout a period of profound personal and artistic change.
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"I hope to continue on my journey towards accepting myself"
Duration: 02:14
Credits
Role | Contributor |
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Featured Artist | Kae Tempest |
Director | Emily McDonald |
Producer | Todd Austin |
Production Company | Bohemia Films |
Broadcasts
- Wed 29 Nov 2023 21:00
- Wed 20 Dec 2023 02:25
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