VOICED: Haiti: aspiring capital of Caribbean cinema

The transcript discusses Eleiko, a new film school in Jacmel, Haiti, aimed at fostering a local film industry. Students, including Debbie, are learning filmmaking skills with the help of international volunteer teachers. The school seeks to boost Haiti's economy and cultural expression by enabling locals to tell their own stories. Despite Haiti's economic struggles, the school hopes to transform Jacmel into a Caribbean cinema hub, leveraging its diverse landscapes and low production costs.

What is the primary goal of the Eleiko film school in Jacmel?

• To promote tourism in Jacmel

• To provide free education to all Haitian students

• To create a new generation of filmmakers in Haiti

• To train students to become professional actors

How does the film school aim to contribute to Haiti's economic development?

• By exporting Haitian films internationally

• By offering scholarships to international students

• By creating job opportunities in the film industry

• By increasing tourism through film festivals

What is a significant challenge faced by Haiti, as mentioned in the video?

• High levels of pollution

• Lack of educational institutions

• 60% unemployment rate

• Political instability

What unique advantage does Jacmel offer for filmmaking?

• A large number of film studios

• A variety of landscapes and low production costs

• Access to international film markets

• A rich history of cinema

How does the film school help change the perception of Haiti?

• By producing films in foreign languages

• By showcasing local stories and talents

• By inviting foreign filmmakers to document Haiti

• By organizing international film competitions