Starring: Beverly Anderson Manley, Staceyann Chin, Aggrey Irons
Director: Selena Blake
Running Time: 79 mins

At first glance it seems that homophobia is inherent throughout Jamaican society. Whether it’s reggae song lyrics inciting hate or full-fledged public beatings, the people on this beautiful island see homophobia as an acceptable part of their culture. Selena Blake’s shocking documentary Taboo Yardies tells the story of those in fear for their lives in this paradise country. [Read more…]