Documentary about the legendary West Indian cricket team of the 1970s and 1980s. The breathtaking story of how the West Indies defeated its colonial masters through the achievements of one of the most gifted teams in sporting history is told in Fire In Babylon. During a turbulent period marked by apartheid in South Africa, race riots in England, and civil unrest in the Caribbean, West Indian cricketers led by the enigmatic Viv Richards delivered a defiant blow to the forces of white prejudice worldwide. Their undeniable talent, combined with a fearless spirit, enabled them to dominate the genteel game at the highest level, replaying it on their own terms. This is their story, as they tell it.
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Documentary about the legendary West Indian cricket team of the 1970s and 1980s. The breathtaking story of how the West Indies defeated its colonial masters through the achievements of one of the most gifted teams in sporting history is told in Fire In Babylon. During a turbulent period marked by apartheid in South Africa, race riots in England, and civil unrest in the Caribbean, West Indian cricketers led by the enigmatic Viv Richards delivered a defiant blow to the forces of white prejudice worldwide. Their undeniable talent, combined with a fearless spirit, enabled them to dominate the genteel game at the highest level, replaying it on their own terms. This is their story, as they tell it.
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