The Royal Tour of the Caribbean
Synopsis
The Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh undertook an official visit to the region in February 1966, as documented in this film. The destinations on this month long excursion included: British Guiana; Trinidad and Tobago; Grenada; St. Vincent; Barbados; St. Lucia; Dominica; Montserrat; Antigua; St. Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla; Tortola (Virgin Islands); the Bahamas; Jamaica. This rich and detailed Technicolor travelogue was the only film authorised by the Palace. Strict instructions were given prior to the production being given the green light, most notably that the royals could only be filmed when ‘engaged in a public function’. Unlike the more relaxed footage or interviews you might see with the royals now the film is visually very official in tone.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Derek Mayne
- Original Title
- The Royal Tour of the Caribbean
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 28m
- Production Studios
- BFI, COI, British Pathé
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Derek Mayne
A James
Department Leadership Roster
Derek Mayne
Director
A James
Producer
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What is The Royal Tour of the Caribbean about?
The Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh undertook an official visit to the region in February 1966, as documented in this film. The destinations on this month long excursion included: British Guiana; Trinidad and Tobago; Grenada; St. Vincent; Barbados; St. Lucia; Dominica; Montserrat; Antigua; St. Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla; Tortola (Virgin Islands); the Bahamas; Jamaica. This rich and detailed Technicolor travelogue was the only film authorised by the Palace. Strict instructions were given prior to the production being given the green light, most notably that the royals could only be filmed when ‘engaged in a public function’. Unlike the more relaxed footage or interviews you might see with the royals now the film is visually very official in tone.
Who directed The Royal Tour of the Caribbean?
The Royal Tour of the Caribbean was directed by Derek Mayne.
Who stars in The Royal Tour of the Caribbean?
The principal cast of The Royal Tour of the Caribbean includes Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, Leonard Martin.
When was The Royal Tour of the Caribbean released and how long is it?
The Royal Tour of the Caribbean was released in 1966 with a total runtime of 28m.