Fire in Babylon
"They brought the world to its knees and a nation to its feet"
Originally released in 2010. Fire in Babylon is a documentary film. directed by Stevan Riley. At just 83 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Clive Lloyd, Viv Richards, and Colin Croft
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 18, 2010
15 years ago
Runtime
1h 23m
83 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (16 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Cowboy Films
- E & G Prouctions
- ECN Motion Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fire in Babylon about?
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 ...
Who directed Fire in Babylon?
Fire in Babylon was directed by Stevan Riley.
How long is Fire in Babylon?
Fire in Babylon has a runtime of 1 hours and 23 minutes (83 minutes total).
When was Fire in Babylon released?
Fire in Babylon was released on October 18, 2010 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Fire in Babylon?
The main cast of Fire in Babylon includes Clive Lloyd, Viv Richards, Colin Croft, Jeffery Dujon, Joel Garner.