In a groundbreaking move, Channel 4 has greenlit a revelatory one part historical documentary, “Britain’s Human Zoos,” to delve into the disturbing history of the country’s fascination with ‘human zoos.’ This macabre cultural phenomenon, prevalent from the late Victorian era to the twentieth century, will be scrutinised by Booker Prize shortlisted author Nadifa Mohamed in collaboration with Red Bicycle and Milk & Honey.
The documentary, part of Channel 4’s Secret History strand, promises a deep dive into the unsettling practices of transporting African and Asian people to Britain under dubious circumstances. Through never-before-seen archive footage, audio, and stills, Nadifa Mohamed will unearth the stories of individuals subjected to pseudo-scientific experimentation during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
