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King Carnival
Horace Ové · 1973 · 53m · Documentary
An in-depth look at Trinidad and Tobago's carnival through its turbulent history. African and East Indian rhthyms and rituals, combined with the European Mardi Gras celebration, have evolved into the spectacle of "mas" and music that erupts on the streets of Port of Spain on the two days preceding Lent.
Where to see it
269 Kilburn High Rd, London
Wed 1 Jul
20:00
1973 - 59mins - AGE TBC An in-depth look at Trinidad and Tobago’s carnival through its turbulent history. African and East Indian rhythms and rituals, combined with the European Mardi Gras celebration, have evolved into the spectacle of “mas” and music that erupts on the streets of Port of Spain on the two days preceding Lent. With CARNIVAL FANTASTIQUE (1960) short Film. Q+A with Nicolle-Rachelle Moore in conversation with Jonathan Ali.