- “Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl” (2003) – This action-adventure film, directed by Gore Verbinski, features scenes shot in Antigua’s beautiful waters, showcasing its beaches and coastline.
- “The Road to El Dorado” (2000) – Although an animated film, “The Road to El Dorado” includes Antigua as one of the settings where the main characters embark on their journey. The island’s landscapes are depicted in a visually way.
- “Shirley Valentine” (1989) – This romantic comedy-drama, directed by Lewis Gilbert, showcases the beauty of Antigua as the backdrop for a transformative holiday taken by the protagonist. Its scenic locations highlight the island’s charm and serenity.
- “X-Men: First Class” (2011) – Though not entirely set in Antigua, several scenes were filmed on location in the country. The film’s beach scenes were shot on Antigua’s Half Moon Bay, adding a tropical feel to the superhero storyline.
- “Alive” (1993) – Based on the true story of a Uruguayan rugby team’s plane crash in the Andes, “Alive” features sequences filmed both in Uruguay and Antigua. The island stands in for Chile in the movie, where the survivors find themselves stranded.
- “Annie John” by Jamaica Kincaid: This coming-of-age novel follows the experiences of a young girl growing up in Antigua, exploring themes of identity, colonialism, and the challenges of adolescence.
- “A Small Place” by Jamaica Kincaid: In this powerful non-fiction work, Kincaid offers a scathing critique of Antigua’s colonial history and its impact on the island’s present-day society.
- “Omeros” by Derek Walcott: While not set exclusively in Antigua, this epic poem by Nobel laureate Derek Walcott explores historical and contemporary Caribbean life, with Antigua serving as one of the main settings.
- “The Hills of Hebron” by Sylvia Wynter: This novel vividly portrays life in Antigua during the 1950s and 1960s, delving into racial and gender politics within the context of a changing society.
- “Map of the Invisible World” by Tash Aw: While the majority of the novel takes place in Indonesia, it incorporates flashbacks to Antigua, revealing the complex connection between the two settings through the lives of its characters.
WANDERLIST: Antigua in books and on film
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