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Critic Andrew Pulver
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...the backstory behind the "blackwash" – how the West Indies assembled their fearsome pace attack under the leadership of Clive Lloyd in the mid-70s, and went on to obliterate all comers for some 15 years...

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Cast & Crew

Stevan Riley
Director
Stevan Riley
Writer
Colin Croft
As Self
Bunny Wailer
As Self
Viv Richards
As Self
Clive Lloyd
As Self
Joel Garner
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Lance Gibbs
As Self

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"Fire in Babylon" is a documentary that tells the story of the West Indies cricket team's rise to dominance in the late 1970s and 1980s. The film explores how the team, led by enigmatic figures such as Viv Richards and Clive Lloyd, overcome the challenges of colonialism and apartheid to become a symbol of black pride and resistance. Through interviews with legendary players and footage of historic matches, the documentary recounts the team's journey from being considered "Calypso Cricketers" to a fearsome and all-conquering force in world cricket. The film also touches on the impact of World Series Cricket and the controversial Rebel Tour to Apartheid-ruled South Africa, highlighting the team's commitment to professionalism and their refusal to validated state-sponsored racism. Ultimately, "Fire in Babylon" is a testament to the power of sport to inspire and unite people across the world.

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