- Airborne (1993): This action film follows a group of criminals who hijack a plane and crash-land in Montserrat. The movie showcases the scenery of the island amidst the intense moments.
- The Air Up There (1994): Starring Kevin Bacon, this sports comedy is set partially in Montserrat. It tells the story of a basketball coach who travels to Africa to recruit a tall tribal player and eventually finds himself on the island for an important basketball game.
- Timewatch: The Last Place on Earth (2001): Although not a feature film, this documentary explores Montserrat after the eruption of the Soufričre Hills volcano in 1995. It documents the impact of the volcanic activity on the island and its people.
- Wendy and Lucy (2008): A drama film that partially takes place in Montserrat. It follows the story of a woman and her dog as they end up stranded in the town of Fort Worth, Montserrat, while she tries to make a fresh start.
- Starsky & Hutch (2004): While not entirely set in Montserrat, this action-comedy features a memorable scene filmed on the island. It shows the two detectives exploring the island’s landscapes during a brief stopover in their investigation.
- “Wide Sargasso Sea” by Jean Rhys: This novel, published in 1966, is a prequel to Charlotte Bronte’s “Jane Eyre” and is partly set in Montserrat. It explores the backstory of Mr. Rochester’s first wife, Antoinette Cosway, who is a Creole woman born and raised on the island.
- “The Last Warner Woman” by Kei Miller: This novel, published in 2010, is set in both London and Montserrat. It tells the story of Adamine Bustamante, a young Jamaican woman who believes she is the reincarnation of a Montserratian prophetess.
- “A State of Independence” by Caryl Phillips: Published in 1986, this novel is set in a fictional Caribbean island called San Cristobal, which is inspired by Montserrat. It explores themes of identity, heritage, and the complexities of postcolonial life.
- “Jamaica Inn” by Daphne du Maurier: While not set entirely in Montserrat, this classic novel, published in 1936, includes sections that take place on the island. It follows the adventures of Mary Yellan, who arrives at her aunt’s inn in Cornwall, only to discover a dark secret involving smuggling and mystery.
- “Annie John” by Jamaica Kincaid: Although primarily set in Antigua, this semi-autobiographical novel by the acclaimed Caribbean writer does mention Montserrat. Published in 1985, it follows the coming-of-age story of a young girl growing up in the Caribbean and explores themes of identity and colonialism.
WANDERLIST: Montserrat in books and on film
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