A Free Screening of Vanishing Sail at the Halifax Boat Show!

Vanishing Sail

Jan 9, 2016

VANISHING SAIL: The Story of a Caribbean Tradition

Documentary, 88 mins
Directed by: Alexis Andrews
Antigua, Grenada, St. Vincent & The Grenadines

Date & Location:
Thursday, February 9th at 6:00 pm (snow date: Friday, February 10th)
Harness Room, Halifax Exhibition Centre

On the island of Carriacou, West Indies, the last wooden sailboat builder dreams of saving a great tradition passed down the generations from Scottish settlers that sailed here centuries ago.The film follows AlywnEnoe’s journey of resilience and determination over three years, from hauling trees with his sons, to a final traditional launching ceremony. Stories of the old Caribbean – trading by sail and smuggling contraband interweave a tribute to the independent spirit of a small island community.

For more information: www.vanishingsail.com

 

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