Experience the Rhythms of Calypso and Soca
Immerse yourself in the captivating rhythms of filmmaker Kavery Kaul's documentary, One Hand Don't Clap. Join musical legends Grandmaster Lord Kitchener, who brought calypso to London, and Calypso Rose, the first woman to conquer this male-dominated genre, as they guide you from New York studios to the vibrant streets of Brooklyn and the enchanting Carnival of Trinidad and Tobago. Witness the thrilling competition for the title of Monarch of the Year.
Meticulously restored by the Academy Film Archive and the Women’s Film Preservation Fund of New York Women in Film & Television, and distributed by Kino Lorber, this film honors the legacy of West Indian-American music and its unwavering ties to Caribbean traditions.
"Seductively rhythmic and poetic... an examination of cultures." ~ New York Newsday
Calypso's legacy of political expression shines through in timeless lyrics that continue to resonate today.
Don't miss this stunning 4K restoration of a classic documentary!
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