Angostura® greatly values initiatives that inspire young talents and contribute to cultural enrichment in our society. The Company therefore saw an opportunity with the FILMCO TT Young Filmmakers Lab to create a transformative experience for youths, using film as an avenue to positively influence and develop their sense of identity, competencies and beliefs.

The Young Filmmakers Lab, which spanned a period of three months, provided specialized industry training and equipped participants with skills, a diverse curriculum, mentorship and essential tools to produce films from their distinctive perspectives, originality and imagination. By participating in this programme, the young persons were able to gain practical experience such as storytelling techniques, scriptwriting and production stages, financial advice for budgeting and fundraising, editing and shooting techniques.

The awards ceremony took place at The House of Angostura, where Mr. Ian Forbes, Angostura’s Chief Operating Officer, echoed: “At Angostura®, we believe in the power of the arts to transform lives and communities. By investing in programmes like the Young Filmmakers Lab, we are not just supporting individual aspirations but also contributing to the vibrant cultural tapestry of our nation. It also allows us to fulfill our commitment to provide young minds with the resources and opportunities they need to shine.”

Ms. Denise Deonarine, General Manager, FILMCO TT conveyed: “Filmmakers Collaborative of Trinidad and Tobago is ever thankful to supporting sponsor, Angostura Limited, for making the Young Filmmakers Lab 2024 (YFL/24) happen.  The company continues to be an avid supporter of youth development, local culture and is the custodian of a national treasure, Angostura Bitters.  The history of this product reminds us of values like excellence and global impact, values that we foster in YFL/24. We know our participants will continue to pursue excellence and make a global impact with films made by Caribbean youth about key topics that impact them and many others.”

Angostura® is proud to make a significant and meaningful impact towards the lives of aspiring filmmakers in Trinidad and Tobago, pairing with FILMCO this year to successfully complete the programme which will lead to building and securing a legacy of progress and prosperity for generations to come.