Kunta Kinteh Island
Synopsis
This documentary film chronicles the process of renaming Ft. James Island, which was a holding cell for slaves during the Trans-Atlantic Slave trade, to Kunta Kinteh Island- after one of The Gambia's most well-renowned sons. It shares the points of view of both the government and the Kinteh family, who still preserve their history as residents of neighboring Juffureh Island. This film embodies the rich spirit of a people that can be passed on throughout the diaspora for decades to come.
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Kunta Kinteh Island Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-06-27
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- Director
- Elvin Ross
- Screenplay & Story
- Elvin Ross
- Original Title
- Kunta Kinteh Island
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 1m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Elvin Ross
Elvin Ross
Jack Wallis, Michael Carr
Department Leadership Roster
Jack Wallis
Editor
Elvin Ross
Writer
Elvin Ross
Director
Michael Carr
Editor
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What is Kunta Kinteh Island about?
This documentary film chronicles the process of renaming Ft. James Island, which was a holding cell for slaves during the Trans-Atlantic Slave trade, to Kunta Kinteh Island- after one of The Gambia's most well-renowned sons. It shares the points of view of both the government and the Kinteh family, who still preserve their history as residents of neighboring Juffureh Island. This film embodies the rich spirit of a people that can be passed on throughout the diaspora for decades to come.
Who directed Kunta Kinteh Island?
Kunta Kinteh Island was directed by Elvin Ross.
Who stars in Kunta Kinteh Island?
The principal cast of Kunta Kinteh Island includes Tish Graves-Dawkins, Brian Waller.
When was Kunta Kinteh Island released and how long is it?
Kunta Kinteh Island was released in 2012 with a total runtime of 1h 1m.