Becoming a Queen

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.

Cast & Crew

Director

Chris Strikes

Joella Crichton

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Kenney Coombs

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Lou-Ann Crichton

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Mischka Crichton

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Nneka Elliott

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Gerald Weekes

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