Category: Films/Movies
Crime Stoppers Virtual Weekend Film Experience
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Crime Stoppers Bermuda will be holding its Weekend Film Experience virtually. A spokesperson said, “The 2021 Crime Stoppers Weekend Film Experience has altered its format to maintain a safe & enjoyable experience for all attendees considering the evolving health & safety protocols related to the Covid-19 by... Read more of this article
Video: New Raz Adventures “Butterfly Princess”
The New Raz Adventures — a Bermudian animated series — has released their latest episode entitled “Butterfly Princess”. A spokesperson said, “In this latest installment, Raz and his friends continue their quest to learn more about the mysterious Golden Key. “They travel to the Loquat News HQ and meet the titular Butterfly Princess. The... Read more of this article
Wendy Tannock Film To Screen In Showcase
The Black Hollywood Education and Resource Center [BHERC] is getting set to screen Compassionate Release – The Ravages Of Time, a short film by Bermudian Wendy Tannock, at their 28th annual Sistas Are Doin’ It For Themselves Short Film Showcase from March 27 to April 11. A spokesperson said, “The Black Hollywood Education and Resource Center... Read more of this article
City Postpones ‘Fresh Air’ Drive-In Movie Event
Citing the “recent rise of Covid-19 infections in Bermuda,” the City of Hamilton said that Fresh Air Films: Drive-in Edition, sponsored by HSBC and scheduled for Easter weekend, has been postponed. Senior Events and Marketing Coordinator, Allison Tucker, said, “While we are disappointed, we have a duty of care to ensure that our events... Read more of this article
Wilson, Richardson Awarded Arts Council Grants
Rory Wilson and Rick Richardson each received $5,000 to assist with their respective film projects, with Mr Wilson working on a short film called Coerce, while Mr Richardson is producing a documentary on the Labour movement in Bermuda. A Government spokesperson said, “Today the Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport, Dr. the Hon. Ernest Peets, JP,... Read more of this article
Drive-In Movie Series On Easter Weekend
The City of Hamilton will host its next Fresh Air Films event over the Easter Weekend on the top level of Bull’s Head Car Park. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton is delighted to announce its next Fresh Air Films event which will take place over the 2021 Easter Weekend. “The City, in partnership with title sponsor HSBC, will host... Read more of this article
Wendy Tannock Film To Screen In Canada
The Halifax Black Film Festival [HBFF] is getting set to screen Compassionate Release – The Ravages Of Time, a short film by Bermudian Wendy Tannock, in the festival’s Series 1 Short Film category. A spokesperson said, “The Halifax Black Film Festival has chosen the short film, Compassionate Release – The Ravages of Time, by award-winning... Read more of this article
Encore Showing Of “Broadcasting Black” Film
The Department of Community and Cultural Affairs will feature an encore showing of Broadcasting Black, the locally produced film which “explores the often overlooked contribution of black media to the success of the 1959 Theatre Boycotts.” “Broadcasting Black was created by Dr. Dana Selassie, and the film was previously screened last... Read more of this article
Daren Herbert & Bermuda Flag On TV Show
Bermudian actor Daren A. Herbert recently starred in an episode of Canadian sitcom Kim’s Convenience, playing the role of Kwami and giving his native Bermuda a nod on screen. The actor’s role places him in an office at times, where a Bermuda flag is featured prominently in the background, making for a unique island link on the Canadian show. Short... Read more of this article
City Of Hamilton To Host Drive-In Movie Nights
The City of Hamilton will host the Drive-In Holiday Pajama Jam on the top floor of the Bull’s Head Car Park from December 11th until December 13th. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton is delighted to bring its next Fresh Air Films event to the top floor of Bull’s Head Car Park. The City, in partnership with title sponsor HSBC, will... Read more of this article
Saltus To Feature In Movie ‘Deadly Doula’
Saltus had its ’15 minutes of fame’ when Triventure Films used the school field to film part of their upcoming movie, Deadly Doula directed by Ryan Dewar. A spokesperson said, “They worked with local company, Burnt House Productions, that is co-owned by Saltus Alum, Andrew Kirkpatrick ‘03 and Nhuri Bashir. Some of the Saltus Year 3 and... Read more of this article
BUEI Host Screening Of ‘A Life On Our Planet’
On November 19th, the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] hosted a screening of the film ‘A Life on Our Planet’ – presented by Sir David Attenborough, for Bermuda’s school administrators, government officials and environmental advocates. A spokesperson said, “The presentation of this documentary supports BUEI’s mission to... Read more of this article
Viewing Of ‘The Social Dilemma’ Film
There will be viewing of the documentary film The Social Dilemma, followed by a panel discussion, on Monday [Nov 23]. The free event will see the film screening take place from 4.00pm to 5.30pm, with the panel discussion following from 5.30pm to 6.30pm. The panel will be moderated by Coral Wells, and will include panelists Kim Perdikou, Stuart Lacey,... Read more of this article
Video: Kid Corbin: Breaking Golf’s Colour Line
The Department of Community and Cultural Affairs hosted the premiere film screening of Louis Rafael ‘Kid’ Corbin: Breaking Golf’s Colour Line in America, Canada, and Bermuda on Monday [Sept 28] at BUEI. A government spokesperson previously said, “The 20-minute short documentary explores the contributions of the Bermudian golfer Louis Raphael... Read more of this article
Premiere Screening Of Broadcasting Black
The premiere screening of Broadcasting Black — a locally produced film about the contribution of black media to the success of the 1959 Theatre Boycott – will take place later today. A government spokesperson said, “Later today, the Minister of Community Affairs and Sports, the Hon. Lovitta Foggo will participate in the premiere screening... Read more of this article
Louis Rafael Corbin: Breaking Golf’s Colour Line
The premiere film screening of “Louis Rafael ‘Kid’ Corbin: Breaking Golf’s Colour Line in America, Canada, and Bermuda” will take place on Monday, September 28 at BUEI. A Government spokesperson said, “On Monday, September 28, the Minister of Community Affairs and Sports, the Hon. Lovitta Foggo, JP, MP, will host the premiere film screening... Read more of this article
