CARIBBEAN LEADERS

This two-DVD set features two documentaries exploring the life stories and political impact of two significant figures in Caribbean history:   "Walter Rodney: What They Don't Want You To Know" and  "Barrow, Freedom Fighter".

Walter Rodney: What They Don't Want You To Know

“Walter Rodney” is a compelling documentary that delves into the life and legacy of Dr. Walter Rodney, a prominent historian, activist, and champion for civil rights. Through a series of enlightening interviews and footage captured across Guyana, Barbados, Jamaica, Tanzania, the United States, and the United Kingdom, the film presents a comprehensive portrait of a man who dedicated his life to fostering unity in the face of adversity. Rodney’s ideals and struggles continue to resonate with contemporary global movements for social justice and equality.

Directed by Arlen Harris and Daniyal Harris-Vajda, UK, 2023, 72min, Documentary in English. Special thanks to The Walter Rodney Foundation and the Ameena Gafoor Institute.

Barrow: Freedom Fighter

“Barrow: Freedom Fighter,” narrated by former U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder, chronicles Barbados’ transition from a British colony to an independent nation. The docudrama highlights Errol Walton Barrow’s leadership during this pivotal period and explores the socio-political climate of mid-20th century global decolonization.

Directed by Marcia Weeks, Barbados, 2016, Documentary in English, 74 min