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Letitia Wright's career began with guest appearances on British TV shows like TOY BOY and DOCTOR WHO Her breakout role came in the 2015 film URBAN HYMNS earning her a British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA)recognition. She also received a Primetime Emmy nomination for her performance in the critically acclaimed BLACK MIRROR. Wright was propelled to global fame for performance as the in...

Naomie Harris's breakthrough film role came in 2002 with Danny Boyle's "28 Days Later," a critically-acclaimed zombie movie. Since then, she has built a diverse filmography that includes notable projects like: * The "Pirates of the Caribbean" sequels (2006, 2007) as Tia Dalma * "Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom" (2013) portraying Winnie Mandela * The recent superhero film "Venom: Let There Be Carnage...

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Lorraine Toussaint landed her first professional acting job on graduation day, from the Juilliard School's drama school in 1982, as Lady Macbeth. She went on to a successful stage career in New York for over a decade. Toussaint transitioned to film and television roles in Los Angeles, to take on supporting parts in films like "Breaking In" and "Dangerous Minds". She eventually gained acclaim for h...

Raoul Peck's filmography is a blend of documentaries and feature films that tackle historical, political, and social issues. He uses historical figures and personal narratives to illuminate broader societal problems. Some of his notable works include: I Am Not Your Negro (2016): This acclaimed documentary explores race in America through the writings of James Baldwin, earning an Oscar nomination....

Raoul Peck, born in Port-au-Prince, Haiti in 1953, is a multifaceted artist who has carved a unique path in the world of cinema. Here's a deeper dive into his life and accomplishments. Peck's upbringing was shaped by his family's flight from the Duvalier dictatorship in Haiti. This led to a nomadic childhood, living in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (then Zaire), the United States, France, a...

Delroy Lindo is a British-American actor known for his versatile performances across film, television, and stage. He was born on November 18, 1952, in Lewisham, London, England. Lindo has appeared in numerous acclaimed movies such as "Malcolm X," "Crooklyn," "Clockers," "Ransom," and "The Cider House Rules." He's also known for his work in television, including the series "The Good Fight" and "The...

In the next four episodes we will feature three of the many Progenies that made, make an invaluable contribution to world cinema. Please join us for our discussions on the works of Delroy Lindo, Raoul Peck and Lorraine Toussaint.

Sir Horace Ové was a towering figure in British film, photography, and art. Born in Trinidad, he arrived in London to pursue his artistic passions.  Fueled by a love of cinema sparked in his youth, Ové became a leading Black British filmmaker in the post-war era.  Ové's impactful career was marked by several "firsts." He was the first Black British filmmaker to direct a feature-length film, Pressu...

Harry Belafonte, though primarily known for his musical achievements, also had a notable career in film. Belafonte made his film debut in 1953 with "Bright Road," playing a school principal. The following year, he had a starring role (though he did not sing) in the musical "Carmen Jones." This film was a big success and led to more prominent roles for Belafonte. In 1957, he co-starred with Dorothy...

In 1967, Sidney Poitier was at the height of his career and continued to make significant contributions to American cinema. One of the notable films he starred in during that year was "In the Heat of the Night," which was a critical and commercial success. Poitier's portrayal of Virgil Tibbs, a black police detective facing racial prejudice in a Southern town, earned him praise and recognition. Th...

Mr. Poitier was a Bahamian-American actor, film director, and author. He was the first African-American to win the Academy Award for Best Actor, for his role in the 1963 film "Lilies of the Field". Poitier is known for his roles in groundbreaking films that addressed issues of race and social justice. He was a prominent figure in the civil rights movement and used his platform to advocate for equa...

CicelyTyson was a pioneering American actress born in 1924. Her career spanned over seven decades, earning her acclaim for roles in theater, film, and television. Tyson received various awards, including an Academy Honorary Award, three Primetime Emmy Awards, a Tony Award, and a Presidential Medal of Freedom. Known for her powerful performances, she broke barriers for African-American actresses an...

This first season of ANTILLES will be a ten episode experiment, focused exclusively on accomplishments in film. The episodes are divided into three parts: FORERUNNERS, PROGENIES, NEW RUNNERS. For the first five episodes we will be talking about the FORERUNNERS. MUSIC COMPOSED BY: Edzer Angerville and Marcus Pinn

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