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Becoming a Queen
Carnival royalty with history on the line.
Released
89 min
7.3/10 Votes: 8
The rise and legacy of Canada’s most decorated Caribbean Carnival Queen, Joella Crichton, as she aims to win a historic tenth title in her last ever competition. This immersive arts and cultural documentary explores expressions of cultural identity, Caribbean artistry and a community’s struggle against a lack of understanding of Carnival in the larger society.
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- The Crown - A biographical drama about the reign of Queen Elizabeth II and the events that shaped the second half of the 20th century.
- The King's Speech - A historical drama focusing on King George VI's efforts to overcome his speech impediment with the help of a speech therapist.
- A Very British Scandal - A miniseries depicting the scandalous marriage of the Duke and Duchess of Argyll in 1960s Britain.
- Elizabeth - A biographical film that portrays the early years of Queen Elizabeth I's reign and her challenges.
- The Iron Lady - A biographical film about Margaret Thatcher, exploring her time as the Prime Minister of the UK.
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- The Other Woman - A political drama revealing the complexities of being in the public eye with personal relationships and scandals.
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