ioneering director Horace Ove has said his knighthood is “testament to how far we have come and in many respects how far we still have to go” after being recognised in the New Year Honours.
He becomes a knight for services to media.
His ground-breaking debut depicts the life of London teenager Tony who joins the Black Power movement in the 1970s.
It was held back from release by the British Film Institute (BFI) before later receiving critical acclaim.
In a statement to the PA news agency, Sir Horace said: “I’m greatly honoured to receive this recognition for my work.
“Chronicling the lives, battles, art and culture of the African and Caribbean diaspora in Britain and around the world has been a lifelong journey and passion.
“This award is testament to how far we have come and in many respects how far we still have to go. One Love.”
He began his directing career in the 1960s…