Synopsis

When dance is life, you’ll do whatever it takes to keep moving. You see dancers on stage, but what goes on when the lights go down and the crowds are gone? Hear their stories, in their own words. “It’s Just A Lil Wine?” gives an unfiltered look into the dance world in Trinidad and Tobago. It explores the boundless passion and perseverance of dancers, as they attempt to navigate the shortcomings of the dance industry and overcome obstacles in pursuit of their passions.

Details

Medium Length (55mins) Documentary | Trinidad and Tobago

Production

Directors:

Ryan Lee

Born into a family of photography enthusiasts, Ryan Lee is a graduate of the UWI St Augustine film programme and holds a BA in Film Production. His films “Popo’s Journey”, “Cubes” and “Flying the Coup” have all been programmed by ttff, with “Flying the Coup” – his final year film – winning the People’s Choice Award for best short film at ttff/14. “Popo’s Journey” also screened at the Caribbean Tales International Film Festival in Toronto. Ryan has directed commercials for clients such as Stag and Courts with Youtube views in the millions.