Tree Fellers

The read

It runs a compact 23m.

Synopsis

The story of the 900 Belizean lumberjacks who in 1942 left the tropical rainforests of British Honduras to help Britain fight fascism by felling trees in Scotland. Sam (93), Eric (87) and Amos (86) were among those who stayed on after the war to make new lives in a country where, for better or worse, the colour of their skin marked them out. Newly discovered archive, long cherished memories and a last reunion are intertwined in this lyrical and moving documentary testament.

Ratings

Key crew

• Sana BilgramiDirector

Cast

• Amos FordCast
• Sam MartinezCast
• Ernest PhillipsCast
• Eric TathumCast
• Alvin TilletCast