<Disclosure: I have met the director and cinematographer and think they are good people doing interesting, creative work>
Takeaways: 1) I have never been to Trinidad & Tobago, but this film gave me a window into the place and culture that make me want to learn more. And visit if I can.
2) History, time, and culture are complicated. A person growing up on top of of these layers is dealing with a lot... same as it ever was.
3) Visual scenes that stick out and will remind me of this film: the physical beauty of a palm orchard, Moko Jumbies, a dramatic beach surrounded by sandstone cliffs, the serious but beautiful people (older and younger) that portrayed the characters.
Really glad I was able to watch this film. One of the most memorable I have watched, regardless of budget, in the past 10 years.
Takeaways: 1) I have never been to Trinidad & Tobago, but this film gave me a window into the place and culture that make me want to learn more. And visit if I can.
2) History, time, and culture are complicated. A person growing up on top of of these layers is dealing with a lot... same as it ever was.
3) Visual scenes that stick out and will remind me of this film: the physical beauty of a palm orchard, Moko Jumbies, a dramatic beach surrounded by sandstone cliffs, the serious but beautiful people (older and younger) that portrayed the characters.
Really glad I was able to watch this film. One of the most memorable I have watched, regardless of budget, in the past 10 years.
