African Caribbean Matinee: A Charmed Life
An inspiring exploration of the history of the Caribbean community in the UK.
- Sat 14 Nov 14:00 NFT3 not available online
Director Patrick Vernon came across the story of Jamaican-born airman and writer, Eddie Noble (1917-2007) while exploring the history of the Caribbean community in the UK. This inspiring documentary offers a powerful account of a generation who offered their support for the war effort and explores the colonisation of the Caribbean and its connection to the UK. The story inspired Andrea Levy's aclaimed novel, Small Island.
| Director | Patrick Vernon & Ros Gihan Williams |
| Country | UK |
| Year | 2008 |
| Running time | 64min |
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