Undercover: Exposing the Far Right

This is a watchable documentary that takes us on the (terrifying) journey of a group of Hope Not Hate investigators who go undercover with far right groups to find out what they actually say and share behind closed doors. Beautifully made and with a narrative that is clearly imparted. A vital documentary in these difficult times.

We are introduced to a number of journalists, and a number of far right activists, across the documentary, and what is terrifying is how indistinguishable they are - you could meet any of these men at any point and not immediately clock them as far right instigators with alarming views.

This is an eye-opening thriller of a doc, following two modest young men in a perilous undercover operation to expose a far right group. They work for Hope Not Hate, which has been battling racism for years - this is the first time they've let the cameras in. From the testosterone pumped street violence to the monied suits trying to resuscitate race theory, this is a dark and complex world we rarely see. You can't help wondering what the police have been up to while these young idealists risk their lives to expose violent racists.. With their courage at the heart of the film it lightens what might otherwise be a depressing look at the billowing racism from Europe to America. After a summer of the worst race riots in decades in the UK, this is an essential watch.

Love the way the doc is led by the journalists sharing their skills with each other and us. As the undercover journey throws up moments of uninhibited misogyny and racism, the film drops in the motivation behind each member of the team's commitment to Hope not Hate. Their personal stories pepper the thrilling unfolding narrative. They are diverse voices that reinforce the breadth of opposition to violent far right hatred. Their humanity emphasises the narrow mindedness of the fascist groups they are exposing and diminishes their posturing.

This gripping filmmaking shows in real time what positive action looks like.

A very well put together film which follows some extremely brave people from the UK based antifascist charity Hope not Hate. They film undercover, infiltrate the far right groups and disclose despicable and revealing conversations by UK fascists at their meet ups and rallys.

The film focuses in part on the Human Diversity Foundation who are manipulating genetic data in very wrong and evil ways.... ie: scientific racism. They want to use this false data to argue for what they call 'remigration' ( reversal of immigration).

Some far right media savvy tactics are explained. How they feed on fear and disbelief and shift the general view of what's acceptable and normal using the concept of the Overton window.

A film that clearly shows how close the surface modern fascism is. A very educational and gripping film.

This is compelling storytelling. It clearly demonstrates the violent lengths various groups of men who feel disenfranchised will go to in the pursuit of feeling in control and having power. These groups think up rationalisations such as the much misused 'scientific evidence' for genetic supremacy to support their narratives in an almost desperate attempt to sound legitimate and sane. Unfortunately some charismatic members manage to use the peddling of fear to manipulate others and convince people to believe in hateful sentiments. It is sad to watch and also brave. This is important viewing and we applaud those involved for staying the course.