- The Shawshank Redemption (1994) – While not exclusively set in the Virgin Islands, parts of the film were shot on St. Croix. This critically acclaimed drama tells the story of a man wrongfully convicted of murder and his experiences in prison.
- The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (2008) – This romantic fantasy drama, starring Brad Pitt and Cate Blanchett, features scenes set in the Virgin Islands. The film tells the story of a man who ages backward.
- Weekend at Bernie’s II (1993) – The sequel to the popular comedy film, Weekend at Bernie’s, takes place in the Caribbean, including scenes filmed in St. Thomas, one of the U.S. Virgin Islands. The movie hilariously follows two friends as they try to retrieve hidden money with the help of their deceased boss.
- The Man with the Golden Gun (1974) – This James Bond film starring Roger Moore features the beautiful scenery of the Virgin Islands. Bond faces off against an assassin with a golden gun in various locations, including scenes in St. Thomas and the iconic Virgin Gorda.
- The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1 (2011) – While the majority of the Twilight series is set in the fictional town of Forks, Washington, the fourth installment includes a honeymoon sequence set in Brazil and the Virgin Islands. The film showcases the beaches and crystal-clear waters of the region.
- “The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle” by Avi: Although not entirely set in the Virgin Islands, parts of this historical adventure novel do take place there. It follows the journey of thirteen-year-old Charlotte Doyle as she sails on a ship from England to America in the early 19th century.
- “The Birds of Opulence” by Crystal Wilkinson: This novel is set in the fictional town of Opulence, located in the Virgin Islands. It explores the lives of several generations of women living in a close-knit African American community.
- “An Embarrassment of Mangoes: A Caribbean Interlude” by Ann Vanderhoof: This real-life adventure memoir takes the reader on a journey through the author’s sailing trip around the Caribbean, including the Virgin Islands. It offers a colourful depiction of the region and showcases the rich culture and cuisine.
- “Night of the Silent Drums: A Novel of Saint Croix” by Alan Lelchuk: This historical novel transports readers to the 18th-century Virgin Islands on the island of Saint Croix. It delves into the world of sugar plantations and slavery, examining the moral dilemmas faced by both the enslaved and their owners.
- “Sunrise: A Novel of the United Federation of the Caribbean” by Gaelen VanDenbergh: Set in an alternate reality where the Virgin Islands become part of a larger federation, this dystopian novel explores themes of politics, power, and resistance. It offers a perspective on the region and its possible future.
WANDERLIST: Virgin Islands in books and on film
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