Channel 4 announces seven new First Cut films

Channel 4 today announces the commission of seven new documentary films for the First Cut strand. First Cut showcases original and bold documentaries by first-time directors as part of Channel 4's continuous commitment to nurturing new and diverse talent.

The films, from up-and-coming directors, span stories from Bognor Regis to Dewsbury and explore some of the most pressing issues of our time from racial segregation through to the impact of Brexit on Britain’s temporary workforce.

In the best tradition of Channel 4 documentaries, this new slate of films has gained extraordinary access to tell original new stories, from the British businessman attempting to set up an Islamic-compliant airline through to an exploration of the emotional, ethical and psychological pressures dilemmas facing three generations of neurosurgeons at a major London hospital.

Channel 4 Commissioning Executive Rita Daniels, who curates the First Cut strand says: “Developing new talent continues to be a focus for Channel 4’s Documentaries team – we want to help the next generation of successful storytellers find their voice and we are proud to have such a diverse group of directors authoring such a wonderfully eclectic mix of films.”

The new documentaries announced today are: