Fire in Babylon
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Topic: Fire in Babylon
Posted By: Andrew_Wood_CW
Subject: Fire in Babylon
Date Posted: 03 May 2011 at 3:57pm
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Here's a sneak peak at the film 'Fire in Babylon'
[tube]Sg3_NIUv7Z0[/tube] 'They brought the world to its knees, and a nation to its feet.Fire In Babylon is the breathtaking story of how the West Indies triumphed over its colonial masters through the achievements of one of the most gifted teams in sporting history. In a turbulent era of apartheid in South Africa; race riots in England and civil unrest in the Caribbean, the West Indian cricketers, led by the enigmatic Viv Richards, struck a defiant blow at the forces of white prejudice worldwide. Their undisputed skill, combined with a fearless spirit, allowed them to dominate the game at the highest level, replaying it on their own terrifying terms. This is their story, told in their own words.' |
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Posted By: spin wizard
Date Posted: 03 May 2011 at 11:50pm
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Being a proud West Indian, i'll definitely be watching this someday. I ain't one to get into race debates etc, that's no issue of mine but just to see my region conquer the cricketing scene for so long even I wasn't born for most of it, i'm still mighty proud of that! ------------- In troubled times, being philosophical helps a great deal, it helps you to remain sane and not do any further damage. |
Posted By: vote4peace
Date Posted: 04 May 2011 at 2:30am
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Being a cricket fan I'm proud of this team. The best team to have played the game for me. What they've achieved hadn't only given a few prejudice a rude awakening but also inspired lots outside of the caribbean.
Glad a movie on them there. They are heroes in every true sense and their feats and stories need to be highlighted and told for generations to come. I'll definitely be watching this one. ------------- I distrust a camel.. and anyone else who can go a week without a drink. 
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Posted By: Andrew_Wood_CW
Date Posted: 04 May 2011 at 1:49pm
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[tube]EikXOhifQmE[/tube] A brief interview with Michael Holding as well, thought this may be of interest..
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Posted By: -JP-
Date Posted: 12 May 2011 at 2:56pm
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The film is being shown across a host of UK cinemas tonight, as well as a live question and answer session with the people who made the film, and legends including Gordon Greenidge, Colin Croft and Jeff Thomson. Click here for a list of participating cinemas: http://www.fireinbabylon.com/incinemas.html - http://www.fireinbabylon.com/incinemas.html |
Posted By: nk
Date Posted: 20 May 2011 at 11:45am
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It's out today in Cinemas! Found this free screening here in London: http://www.eventbrite.com/event/1702312663/estw courtesy of the High Commission of Greneda Otherwise the other screenings of it are listed here: http://fireinbabylon.com/incinemas.html |