Visit William Morris Gallery for the screening of three films in the Gallery’s Acanthus room on the top floor of the building. The screenings will be followed by a discussion, allowing you the opportunity to share your thoughts and experiences of the subjects raised in the films.

Two short films:

12-30-12.40pm – ‘Telling Our Hurricane Irma Story’ (2019) – Barbuda,10 minutes. The Be Foundation

Trustees from Barbudan based International NGO The Be Foundation, share their Category 5 Hurricane Irma stories in a frank and honest short film, also exposing why they are so passionate about the future of their tiny island in the Caribbean called Barbuda.

12.50-1pm – ‘Telling our Hurricane Maria Story ‘ (2018) – Dominica, 8 minutes. The Waltham Forest Twinning Association

Members and friends of the WF Twinning Association share their stories in a moving short film which captures some of their experiences when they were in Dominica as Category 5 Hurricane Maria struck.

Followed by:

1.15-2.30pm – ‘The iD Project – My Dominica Story’ (2019) – by Richard Etienne. 1 hour. Everyone has a Story to tell

“On the week that marks 15 years since my paps’ passing, I want to gift you the film that was inspired by the great man. I give to you: The iD Project – My Dominica Story”. The multiple award-winning documentary.

Rest in eternal peace – Richard Etienne Snr. 1953-2004

About the Film:
Travel to the beautiful island of Dominica as one British man documents his journey of discovery and identity. Through a captivating narrative, he explores the birthplace of his late father and delves into the rich cultural heritage of Dominica.

About the Director:
Richard Etienne is a British filmmaker and videographer best known for his work as the official videographer to UK Prime Minister Theresa May (2016-19). His debut film ‘The iD Project’ won the Film Reel Award at the 2019 Caribe Film Festival and Best Documentary at the 2019 British Urban Film Festival.