Fire in Babylon

Fire in Babylon

They brought the world to its knees and a nation to its feet

2010 en 83 minutes

Rating: 5.8

Plot

Feature documentary about the great West Indies cricket team of the 1970s and '80s. 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 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.

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Cast

Clive Lloyd

Clive Lloyd

Self

Viv Richards

Viv Richards

Self

Colin Croft

Colin Croft

Self

Jeffery Dujon

Jeffery Dujon

Self

Joel Garner

Joel Garner

Self

Lance Gibbs

Lance Gibbs

Self

Bunny Wailer

Bunny Wailer

Self

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