- “Island in the Sun” (1957): This classic romantic drama is set against the backdrop of Saint Kitts and Nevis. It explores themes of race and forbidden love in a tropical setting.
- “The Sweetest Mango” (2001): This Caribbean film tells the story of a young man named Lovely who struggles to navigate life and love on the island of Nevis. It offers an intimate look at the culture and traditions of the region.
- “Ant-Man and The Wasp” (2018): While not entirely set in Saint Kitts and Nevis, parts of this Marvel superhero film were shot on the islands. Look out for scenes showcasing the natural beauty of the Caribbean.
- “One Crazy Thing” (2014): This romantic comedy-drama centres around a struggling musician who finds himself unexpectedly falling in love with a woman while visiting the island of Saint Kitts.
- “Caribbean Girl NYC” (2015): While not exclusively set in Saint Kitts and Nevis, this independent film features the journey of a Caribbean woman living in New York City, including flashbacks to her life on the islands.
- “Island in the Sun” by Alec Waugh: Published in 1955, this novel explores the complex relationships and tensions between the local islanders and wealthy English colonisers in the backdrop of pre-independence Saint Kitts.
- “Sugar and Slavery” by Richard Sawyer: Set during the sugar plantation era, this historical novel dives into the dark history of Saint Kitts and Nevis, exploring the harsh realities of slave labor and the impact of the sugar trade on the islands.
- “Wide Sargasso Sea” by Jean Rhys: Though not directly set in Saint Kitts and Nevis, this novel deserves mention as it is an imaginative prequel to Charlotte Brontë’s “Jane Eyre.” It delves into the story of the iconic “madwoman in the attic,” Antoinette Cosway, who was born in Jamaica but spends part of her life in Saint Kitts.
- “Santa’s Last Delivery” by Stanley Niamatali: A heartwarming holiday story set in Saint Kitts and Nevis, this novel highlights the colourful festivities, local traditions, and the power of community as it follows Santa Claus’s last mission to the islands.
- “Savanna-la-Mar” by Andrea Levy: Another novel that isn’t solely set in Saint Kitts and Nevis, it explores the journey of a Jamaican woman who leaves her home and travels to various Caribbean islands, including Saint Kitts. The book provides a rich historical context and paints a vivid picture of the islands in the late 19th century.
WANDERLIST: Saint Kitts and Nevis in books and on film
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