A Documentary on Montserrat’s Story Released

Beauty for Ashes, a documentary based on the story of Montserrat, has been released to the public.

The film is available for viewing at beautyforashesmontserrat.homestead.com

The press release described the film as a riveting contemporary tale of natural disaster, post-colonial/post-slavery neglect by a sovereign nation and the tenacity of a people to attempt cultural survival to save their island nation.

The film outlines the history of multiple volcanic eruptions and the devastation of a large portion of the island, including the capital city.

The film also discusses the issues of Montserrat and the nation’s journey to forge a clear path for the country’s future. The goal of the film is to highlight the story of natural disaster and cultural issues being debated in a beautiful way.

Beauty for Ashes was produced and directed by John Hunter Mottern, and the executive producer was Eric Machlup.