This film is a collaboration between SJD World and Marquedelle Rodriguez. It was sponsored by the Bermuda Arts Council and uses Stephan Johnstone’s original poem, Bermudian Poet ( Librago 2011) as narration while it visually explores Bermudian metaphors.
Stephan Johnstone Links
Stephan Johnstone – Bermudian Poet @ Chewronto Tour 2011
SJD World YouTube Playlist
Marquedelle Rodriguez Links
https://www.marqrodriguez.com/
Bermuda Is Another World by Hubert Smith & The Coral Islanders is the unofficial National Anthem Of Bermuda.
Written Over 40 Years Ago, It Is Still The Most Treasured Song Of All Bermudians And Easily Stands Out Among All Songs Written Here In Bermuda. – Kevin Michael Ingham
Birth of a Trust: Our Cultural Identity” is a documentary about the history of entertainment in Bermuda seen through the eyes of many of the country’s most notable musicians. The film documents the evolution of local music scene from the big band era of the 1940s and 1950s, through the popular “Battle of the Groups” at the Rosebank in the late 60s and 70s, up to the dance hall clashes of today. It features local legends like Hubert Smith, Ghandi Burgess, Lance Hayward and Michael Curtis Clarke and highlights the accomplishments of present day artists like Ras Giorgis and now retired soundsystem “Playboy International”. The film also discusses how the music of the time reflected the social changes that were taking place at any particular point in our history; from WWII, to the volatile 60’s and 70s with the assasination of the Governor and the riots, and the 1981 general strike.
Heather Nova - Singer-Songwriter
