South Asian History Month: After Eight: The Story of Satpal Ram by Mos Hannan and Usayd Younis
When: Wednesday, July 22, 2026, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Where: BLOC Cinema, ArtsOne Building, Mile End
After Eight tells the story of Satpal Ram, uncovering a landmark British miscarriage of justice and the global campaign that secured his release.
In 1986 Satpal Ram was assaulted in a racially motivated attack at an Indian restaurant. Stabbed in the face with a glass bottle, he defended himself, sparking a chain of events that would shape his life.
After Eight delves into the injustices of his trial, exposing biases and systemic shortcomings that led to a murder conviction despite clear evidence of self-defence. The documentary chronicles a decades-long global campaign for Satpal Ram’s freedom.