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 caribbean, music, buena vista, sparrow, calypso, belafonte |
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Genres: Documentary >> Music |
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Produced and directed by Geoffrey Dunn and Michael Horne with co-producers Mark Schwartz, Eric Thierman and Andrew Marcano (Lord Superior), Calypso Dreams is an intimate portrait of some of the true Calypsonians in Trinidad and Tobago, in performance and in conversation. Shot over 3 years in Port of Spain, Trinidad, the documentary includes such legendary calypsonians as Lord Pretender, Lord Kitchener, The Mighty Bomber, Relator, Lord Superior, Brigo, Crazy, Mystic Prowler, Calypso Rose, The Mighty Sparrow, Terror, Valentino, Blakie, David Rudder, Regeneration Now, The Mighty Duke, Conqueror and many others.
..an exuberant, vibrant and rewarding film about one of the most beloved and influential musical styles in the world today. Interspersed with interviews, archival footage and terrific live performances of its most legendary stars, "Calypso Dreams" brings the amazing history of this music and its culture to life, showing us the roots of modern day reggae, hip hop and rap. Fantastic!
- Bonnie Raitt