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Anguillian Film Maker Produces Film For Carifesta X
Date Posted: July 17, 2008
Young
Anguillian film maker, Mr. Crispin Brooks is currently
producing a film, which will form part of Anguilla’s
offerings at CARIFESTA X. Mr. Brooks, a graduate of Howard
University school of Journalism and American University,
graduate programme in film is the proprietor of Rosell
Media, one of Anguilla’s newest media companies.
The film which is funded by the Government of Anguilla
through the Ministry of Social Development - Department of
Youth and Culture; is a historical journey from early
settlement through to the present. It follows the learning
experiences of Kevin (Varlon Reid) and Kylie (Shauna Kae
Lake) two Anguillian children as they become engrossed in a
book of Anguillian poetry. The film is expected to premier
in Anguilla in mid August, prior to its showcase in Guyana.
The production team includes cinematographer Mr. Ralston
Smith (GlobalEyes Productions) of Alexandria Virginia,
Associate Producer Ms. Sandra Fahie, Production Coordinator
Ms. Victoria Gumbs and Production Assistant Mr. Daryl Ruan.
Upon being asked to summarise the film, Mr. Brooks stated
that the film is a fun journey for anyone interested in
learning about the history of Anguilla particularly
children. He underscored the relevance of linking the past
with present when he noted that, “If children and young
people have a grasp of their history they will take more
pride in their country and strive for better things both for
themselves and their country”
He went on to express his satisfaction with growing interest
in the arts and opined that with the existing financial
resources and talent in Anguilla, the entertainment sector
has the potential to be one of the leaders in Anguilla’s
economy and the region. He noted that there is no shortage
of talent in Anguilla despite our size and pledged the
resources of Rosell Media to harness that talent.
L-R Victoria Ralston
Crispin Daryl Front Shouna Kae and Varlon