Set to Premiere at the Carifesta Film Showcase Barbados | August 22–31, 2025
From acclaimed Trinidad and Tobago filmmaker and cultural historian Dr. Andre Phillips comes the highly anticipated sequel to his landmark debut, Exemplars of Patriotism.
In this compelling 30-minute documentary, Diaspora Rising: The Legacy of Giving Back, Dr. Phillips paints a vibrant portrait of the Trinbagonian diaspora—those who left, but never forgot.
Through rare archival footage, heartfelt interviews, and sweeping visuals, the film traces the philanthropic, cultural, and educational impact of migrants and their descendants on the homeland they love.
From barrels filled with love to scholarships opening new futures…
From medical missions and mentorships to carnival costumes and cuisine…
This is a celebration of enduring connection, of generational patriotism, and of a people who give back with pride.
A story for every Trinbagonian—at home and abroad.
A tribute to the power of memory, movement, and mission.
Dr. Andre Phillips returns not just as a filmmaker—but as a witness to legacy.
Be part of this moment at Carifesta 2025.