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Haiti's Story: Film Reclaims Narrative at Tribeca
4 Jun
Summary
- Film premieres at Tribeca, celebrating Haitian culture.
- Explores father-son relationship, mental health, and masculinity.
- Aims to showcase Haiti's beauty and resilience beyond crisis.
Elisee Junior St Preux's debut feature film, The Tropic Sun and His Eyes, is set to premiere at the Tribeca Festival, marking a significant moment for Haitian cinema.
Filmed in the Cap-Haïtien region, the movie centers on Ruben, a young man who embarks on a journey to reconnect with his estranged father, accompanied by a street kid.
Director St Preux emphasized that the film is a landmark for Haitian culture, seeking to showcase the country's beauty and humanity. He aims to present a narrative that moves beyond crisis, exploring themes of vulnerability, toxic masculinity, and generational trauma.
Producers Two Lewis and Naturi Naughton-Lewis highlighted their commitment to supporting unique voices and underrepresented stories, believing this film offers a rarely seen perspective on Haiti.
