Home Again shines as hope for Caribbean stories to be told

In my research about Lisa Wickham for my Comm 3248 assignment I came across her latest film project where she worked as the supervising producer. The film entitled "Home Again" explores the issue of deportation from the USA, Canada and England of three 'nationals' to their homeland of Jamaica. 

Marva, Dunston, and Everton grew up in Toronto, New York and London, respectively but are deported 'home' to Jamaica. Once in Kingston they discover every day is a fight for survival where family support, friendships, and shelter are elusive. They embark on a journey that pushes their endurance beyond measure and forces them to discover who they truly are. A searing, fast paced drama Home Again asks the question, "How would you survive?". Never before has the story of deportees been told cinematically. This powerful, visually stunning political drama by award winning director Sudz Sutherland stars Tatyana Ali, Lyriq Bent, CCH Pounder, Stephan James and singer songwriter Fefe Dobson in her debut feature film role. (Taken from Youtube Trailer Video)

The film was shot in Canada and Trinidad with a few scenes shot in Jamaica where the story of the film takes place. The production of such a movie shows that there are stories to be made by filmmakers in the Caribbean and it is time for us to forge ahead and take our place in the World Film Industry. 

Home Again will show in Trinidad & Tobago and Palace Amusement is exploring the possibility of a showing in Jamaica.

Watch the trailer: Home Again 2013