Antigua and Barbuda's feature film Deep Blue has made history as the first English-speaking Caribbean film to be screened at UNESCO's Latin American and Caribbean Film Festival in Paris, according to Antigua Observer.
The environmental love story, produced by HAMA Films Antigua, was featured during Caribbean Days Paris, an event held at UNESCO Headquarters from June 2nd to 5th. The milestone marks a significant moment for the local film industry and for Caribbean cinema on the world stage.
As reported by Antigua Observer, co-producer Howard Allen spoke about the achievement, underscoring the significance of the film's selection for the prestigious international platform.
Deep Blue's appearance at the UNESCO-hosted festival places Antigua and Barbuda among the nations whose cultural and artistic contributions are being recognized at the highest international levels. The film's environmental theme also aligns with broader global conversations around climate change and ocean conservation — issues of particular relevance to small island developing states such as Antigua and Barbuda.
