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Celebration!

1988, 30 mins.

“This colorful, lively film documents the buildup to the parade that celebrates West Indian culture every year. Filmmaker Kramer gives her documentary an extra edge by focusing on the contributions leading up to the main event. The participants’ eagerness to sustain and share their history and culture virtually spills over every frame with meticulous glee. This informative, personal, behind-the-scenes look at the diligent workers makes the final display even more exciting and upbeat.” The Village Voice

Celebration!

“Kramer aptly captures the spirit of the event, coupling infectious calypso rhythms with the striking visual displays of the carnival bands, costumed performers, and rocking crowds. The event itself becomes a window into the thoughts and feelings of expatriate West Indians as they are interviewed during preparations for Carnival. Through these interviews, the viewer comes to appreciate the importance of carnival to people determined to maintain their sense of identity and their links with West Indian culture. An upbeat film that easily holds the viewers’ attention.” Anthro Notes Newsletter