Release date: 6-Jun-2011
Director:
Stevan Riley
Cast:
Viv Richards, Michael Holding, Clive Lloyd, Bunny Wailer
They brought the world to it's knees, and a nation to it's feet.
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 wonderfully 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.
Certificate: 12
Genres:
Documentary
-Interviews with David Gower, Geoffrey Boycott, Allan Lamb and more
-How the West Indies changed cricket forever
-The next generation: Curtley Ambrose and Richie Richardson
-Viv Richards vs Dennis Lillee
-Playing against racism
Out Now on Region 2 UK DVD only
