Fire in Babylon
“They brought the world to its knees and a nation to its feet”
Feature documentary about the great West Indies cricket team of the 1970s and '80s. Fire In Babylon is the breathtaking story of how the West Indies triumphed over its colonial masters through the achievements of one of the most gifted teams in sporting history. In a turbulent era of apartheid in South Africa, race riots in England and civil unrest in the Caribbean, the West Indian cricketers, led by the enigmatic Viv Richards, struck a defiant blow at the forces of white prejudice worldwide. Their undisputed skill, combined with a fearless spirit, allowed them to dominate the genteel game at the highest level, replaying it on their own terms. This is their story, told in their own words.
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Stevan Riley Director
United States release July 22, 2011 · Produced in United Kingdom, United States · Production E & G Prouctions, ECN Motion Pictures
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Cowboy Films
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E & G Prouctions
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ECN Motion Pictures
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United Kingdom · United States
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English
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English
Release dates
United Kingdom · October 18, 2010
Premiere · BFI London Film Festival
United Kingdom · May 20, 2011
Theatrical
United States · July 22, 2011
Theatrical
Australia
July 14, 2011 · Premiere · Perth International Film Festival
November 1, 2011 · Physical
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