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Black Sails
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Black Sails (2017)

8.2
TV_MA

Black Sails is a thrilling TV show set in the 18th century that follows the adventures of Captain Flint and his crew in the lawless town of Nassau. The pirates search for treasure, fight against the British Empire, and navigate complex relationships. With a backdrop of swashbuckling action, political intrigue, and personal dramas, Black Sails delivers excitement and entertainment with every episode.

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Oceanographer Jacques-Yves Cousteau and the Calypso set sail to research far-off cultures and species of aquatic fauna and flora in another of the explorer's nature series, mainly in the Pacific Ocean and in the West Indies.

My Father the Hero
Movie

My Father the Hero(1994)

5.5
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PG
90Minutes

A divorced man takes his teenage daughter on vacation to the Caribbean, where he tries to impress her by pretending to be her lover. However, their vacation takes a wrong turn when he gets mistaken for a criminal and ends up in jail. As he tries to escape and clear his name, he must navigate through misunderstandings, misadventures, and unexpected romances.

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The Harder They Come
Movie

The Harder They Come(1972)

6.9
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R
103Minutes

Ivanhoe Martin, a talented Jamaican musician, moves to Kingston with dreams of becoming a successful reggae artist. However, he faces numerous obstacles and is ultimately forced into a life of crime. As he navigates the dangerous underworld, Ivanhoe becomes a folk hero among the people. But his journey is not without its consequences, and he soon finds himself caught in a web of violence, betrayal, and revenge.

Bitter Tropics
Tv Show

Bitter Tropics (2007)

7.5

In late 18th-century Martinique, a plantation owner, his irresponsible young aristocratic wife and his beautiful black mistress are drawn into a spiral of violence that reflects all the horror and inhumanity of the perverse relations between masters and slaves.

The Spanish Main
Movie

The Spanish Main(1945)

6.3
100Minutes

In 'The Spanish Main,' a Dutch sea captain named Laurentius Vandervelt escapes from a Spanish galleon and becomes a buccaneer. He plans to seek revenge on the Spanish captain, Jose-Diaz. Along the way, he encounters various challenges, including a vicious pirate gang and a corrupt governor. Amidst the violence and brutality, Laurentius finds himself falling in love with the beautiful Contessa Francesca. Can he balance his desire for revenge with his growing feelings for Francesca?

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Windrush
Tv Show

Windrush (1998)

7.4

Windrush is a 4-part series of one hour television documentaries originally broadcast on BBC2 in 1998 to mark the 50th anniversary of the arrival in Britain of the Empire Windrush, the ship which brought the first wave of post-war West Indian immigrants

Frantz Fanon: His Life, His Struggle, His Work
Movie

Frantz Fanon: His Life, His Struggle, His Work(2001)

7
52Minutes

It is the evocation of a life as brief as it is dense. An encounter with a dazzling thought, that of Frantz Fanon, a psychiatrist of West Indian origin, who will reflect on the alienation of black people. It is the evocation of a man of reflection who refuses to close his eyes, of the man of action who devoted himself body and soul to the liberation struggle of the Algerian people and who will become, through his political commitment, his fight, and his writings, one of the figures of the anti-colonialist struggle. Before being killed at the age of 36 by leukemia, on December 6, 1961. His body was buried by Chadli Bendjedid, who later became Algerian president, in Algeria, at the Chouhadas cemetery (cemetery of war martyrs ). With him, three of his works are buried: “Black Skin, White Masks”, “L’An V De La Révolution Algérien” and “The Wretched of the Earth”.

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Water
Movie

Water(1985)

6
PG_13
98Minutes

Water is a satirical adventure comedy that takes place in the Caribbean Sea during the British Empire era. The movie portrays the rebellious nature of an American protagonist in a British colony. It explores the political landscape of the time and showcases the dynamics between the American and British characters. The plot is filled with humorous situations and witty dialogues, providing an entertaining and insightful look into this historical period.

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Caribbean
Movie

Caribbean(1952)

5.8
91Minutes
Hornblower: Retribution
Movie

Hornblower: Retribution(2001)

8.1
98Minutes
Double Crossbones
Movie

Double Crossbones(1951)

6
76Minutes

Falsely accused by the corrupt Governor Elden of Charleston of fencing stolen pirate booty, young Davey Crandall and friend Tom Botts buy passage on the ship of local buccaneer Bloodthirsty Ben. They avoid being killed by faking a case of the pox, which causes the panicked captain and crew to desert the ship. The two find themselves alone, and when a lucky cannon shot hits a mast on a British ship, they find themselves mistaken for pirates. They sail to Tortuga, where they recruit such notorious corsairs as Henry Morgan, Captain Kidd, Anne Bonney, and Blackbeard to lay siege to Chaleston and expose the villain Elden.

Yankee Buccaneer
Movie

Yankee Buccaneer(1952)

5.9
86Minutes

A United States Navy ship in the first half of the 19th century, under the command of Captain David Porter, is expecting to put ashore after a year on the seas; but the arrival of one of Porter's ex-students, the willful and independent Lieutenant David Farragut, brings a new mission: to disguise the ship and crew as a pirate ship and help the Navy locate the criminals who have been robbing America's merchant fleet. But as Farragut's disobedience threatens the safety of the crew, they stumble upon an international conspiracy.

Discover a diverse collection of movies and TV shows that showcase the vibrant and culturally rich theme of the West Indies. Immerse yourself in the captivating narratives, stunning visuals, and captivating performances that bring the spirit of the Caribbean to life. From tales of pirates and treasure hunts to stories of love and resilience, explore the unique and enchanting world of the West Indies through these cinematic gems.

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