Summary Made for the BBC in 1973, by legendary Trinidadian-British director, Horace Ové, the film is still acclaimed as one of the best ever made about the history of Trinidad and Tobago Carnival. The UK's Times newspaper had this to say at the time: "...beneath the fantastic spectacle there lies a history of cultural struggle. The influences of Europe, of India, and above all Africa are reflected in customs and ceremonies still alive in Trinidad today. The insistent, joyful music, stunning costumes and immense crowds make it a perfect TV spectacle; Horace Ove's film shows it to be that, and much more."
Directed : Unknown
Written : Unknown
Stars : David Attenborough Jacques-Yves Cousteau Barry Paine Hugh Falkus
Genres : Documentary
Release date : Jul 21, 1973
Countries of origin : United Kingdom
Language : English
Summary Made for the BBC in 1973, by legendary Trinidadian-British director, Horace Ové, the film is still acclaimed as one of the best ever made about the history of Trinidad and Tobago Carnival. The UK's Times newspaper had this to say at the time: "...beneath the fantastic spectacle there lies a history of cultural struggle. The influences of Europe, of India, and above all Africa are reflected in customs and ceremonies still alive in Trinidad today. The insistent, joyful music, stunning costumes and immense crowds make it a perfect TV spectacle; Horace Ove's film shows it to be that, and much more."
Genres : Documentary
Release date : Jul 21, 1973
Countries of origin : United Kingdom
Language : English
