Gabri Christa on Caribbean Cinema: Then & Now podcast for Conch Shell International Film Festival

Join co-hosts Magaly Colimon-Christopher (CSP Artist Chat) and Maëlla Kancel (Karukerament Podcast) for the final episode of our four-part series exploring the past, present, and future of Caribbean cinema.

This season finale features:

🎥 Gabri Christa — Curaçaoan-American filmmaker, choreographer, and multidisciplinary artist

🎥 Yannick Rosine — Guadeloupean producer, screenwriter, and director

Together, they discuss:

  • The evolution of Caribbean cinema

  • Authentic storytelling beyond stereotypes

  • Language, identity, and what makes a story truly Caribbean

  • Funding, distribution, and exhibition challenges

  • Building a stronger Caribbean film ecosystem for future generations

As the series concludes, this conversation celebrates the resilience, creativity, and global impact of Caribbean filmmakers while looking ahead to the next chapter of Caribbean cinema. Whether you're a filmmaker, student, scholar, or film enthusiast, this finale offers valuable insight into where Caribbean cinema is today—and where it's headed tomorrow.

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