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Reflections from Honduras – Akley Olton on the Power of Cinema to Safeguard Indigenous Culture
Returning to Honduras to once again contribute to Cine desde Nuestros Pueblos has been a profound and humbling experience. As a...
Island Rebel
May 133 min read
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How We Branded Creativity: A Reflection on the Success of the Film, Fashion, and Fine Arts Workshop
By Akley Olton Over the past week days, I’ve been floating on a creative high — the kind that only comes from seeing potential unlocked,...
Island Rebel
Apr 82 min read
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Come Celebrate the Reclamation of Balliceaux with us through Indigenous Cinema!
University of the West Indies, Global Campus, Kingstown The Garifuna Heritage Foundation (TGHF) proudly presents an unforgettable...
Island Rebel
Mar 74 min read
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The Rise of Akley Olton: A Caribbean Storyteller Changing World Cinema
Akley Olton sits atop La Soufrière volcano in his homeland of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, where the breathtaking landscape fuels his...
Island Rebel
Feb 246 min read
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‘Homecoming’ as Vincy whaling film hits screen in Barbados
IWitness News / https://www.iwnsvg.com BRIDGETOWN, Barbados — The Barbados Independent Film Festival (BIFF) 2025 on Friday showcased...
Island Rebel
Feb 82 min read
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Celebrate Indigenous Stories & Cinematic Artistry at the Ely Film Festival: Don’t Miss Madulu: The Seaman
📅 WHEN: Friday, March 14th, 4 PM 📍 WHERE: State Theater, Ely, Minnesota 🎟️ FESTIVAL PASSES & INFO: [Ely Film Festival 2025](...
Island Rebel
Feb 52 min read
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"Madulu, The Seaman": A Homecoming Triumph at Barbados Independent Film Festival
In 2025, the Barbados Independent Film Festival (BIFF) featured "Madulu, The Seaman," a moving documentary by Vincentian director Akley...
Island Rebel
Feb 22 min read
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“Madulu The Seaman” Travels The World
By: Gloriah Williams / The Vincentian Newspaper Fri, Jan 24, 2025 The film "Madulu, The Seaman”, a poignant documentary by Vincentian...
Island Rebel
Jan 283 min read
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Lights, Camera, Revolution: How Film Drives Social Change in the Caribbean
When I think about the Caribbean, I don’t just see the postcard-perfect beaches or hear the infectious rhythms of soca and reggae. I see...
Island Rebel
Jan 274 min read
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Reel Caribbean: Exploring the Identity, Resilience, and Innovation in Our Cinema
The Caribbean, an archipelago abundant in cultural diversity and history, is more than merely a scenic paradise. It embodies a blend of...
Island Rebel
Jan 203 min read
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‘Madulu, the Seaman’ Makes History on Criterion Channel
Akley Olton’s “Madulu, The Seaman” Becomes the First Vincentian Film on Criterion Channel Akley Olton’s short documentary Madulu, the...
Island Rebel
Jan 162 min read
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Vincentian filmmaker’s documentary to air on The Criterion Channel
Vincentian filmmaker and visual artist, Akley Olton, has achieved a significant milestone with his short documentary, "Madulu, The...
Island Rebel
Jan 152 min read
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Eduardo Muybridge, Emancipation in the British West Indies, and the Birth of Caribbean Cinema
Caribbean cinema tells a powerful story rooted in the legacy of emancipation and the impact of technology. At the center of this...
Island Rebel
Jan 124 min read
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University of Wales holds screening today for a film by Vincentian filmmaker
Today, March 8, 2024, Cardiff University’s School of Social Sciences will host a screening of “SugarLands,” a 45-minute film commissioned...
Island Rebel
Jan 122 min read
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Vincentian filmmaker receives Seed Award from Prince Claus Foundation
Vincentian filmmaker and visual artist Akley Olton has been honored with a Seed Award from the Prince Claus Foundation. The Seed Award is...
Island Rebel
Jan 122 min read
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Vincentian filmmaker explores slavery
Vincentian filmmaker Akley Olton has released a documentary titled "SugarLands," which delves into the historical connections between...
Island Rebel
Jan 121 min read
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Vincentian filmmaker Akley Olton has garnered international acclaim by winning the "Best Short Documentary Award" at the 18th Festival Internacional de Cine de Gibara in Cuba.
Vincentian filmmaker Akley Olton has garnered international acclaim by winning the "Best Short Documentary Award" at the 18th Festival...
Island Rebel
Jan 121 min read
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Vincentian filmmaker and visual artist Akley Olton has been recognised in the Digicel PlayGo Emerge film competition. The competition is an initiative aimed at promoting Caribbean filmmaking.
Akley Olton, a filmmaker from St Vincent and the Grenadines has emerged as one of the winners in the recently concluded PlayGo Emerge...
Island Rebel
Jan 123 min read
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Unveiling the Digital Revolution: The Untold Story of Caribbean Cinema's Evolution
The Caribbean is a rich tapestry of cultures and stories, with a unique cinematic tradition waiting to be explored. While not as...
Island Rebel
Jan 103 min read
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Vincentian filmmaker receives Seed Award from Prince Claus
Filmmaker Akley Olton of St Vincent and the Grenadines Vincentian filmmaker Akley Olton is the recipient of a Seed Award which was...
Island Rebel
Jun 10, 20231 min read
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