Panazz: The Story

Feature-Length Documentary | 79 mins | Trinidad & Tobago | English | 2024

Synopsis:

Panazz: The Story, winner of the People's Choice Award at the 2023 Trinidad & Tobago Film Festival, is a moving documentary about the Trinidadian jazz Steelpan group, Panazz. Co-directed and produced by Adam and Barry Bartholomew, the film vividly portrays the band's journey from their 1990s beginnings to a decade of international recognition. Through heartfelt interviews, archival footage, and stunning visuals of Trinidad & Tobago, interwoven with Panazz's unique music, the film showcases how this small Caribbean ensemble challenged societal norms and transformed global perceptions of Steelpan music.

Official Trailer

London, UK
14 - 29 June, 2025

Directors' Vision:

Panazz: The Story began as a passion project for Adam Bartholomew, a 22-year-old student in the prestigious Harvard-Berklee dual program. It quickly blossomed into a collaborative feature film, co-helmed with his uncle Barry Bartholomew. The film is a vibrant testament to culture, family bonds, and the enduring pursuit of artistic excellence. It is hoped  that this film will resonate with enthusiasts of music and Caribbean culture and that it will especially inspire school age children as to what can be achieved in the arts with grit and passion.

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Festival History & Screenings:

- Winner: People’s Choice Award – Trinidad & Tobago Film Festival 2023
- Official Premiere: Toronto, post-Carnival 2024
- Special Screening: World Steelpan Day (Trinidad, August 11, 2024)
- Theatrical Run: Gemstone Cinemas (Trinidad & Tobago) March 5–21, 2025

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