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Hairouna Film Festival is a pioneering non-profit in St. Vincent and the Grenadines dedicated to the development of the local film sector.
Our mission is to discover Vincentian filmmakers that can compete in the global marketplace, as well as to enrich the local population through high quality, inspiring and educational film screenings.
In just 5 years Hairouna Film Festival has developed an exemplary reputation as an integral part of the Caribbean Film Industry.
The festival is led by a dedicated team, including Festival Director Aiko Roudette, an award-winning filmmaker of Trinidadian, Dominican, and British ancestry. Head of Development Beth Gallagher brings experience in sourcing and transforming creative spaces, having worked with institutions like Ealing Film Studios and The Roundhouse in London. Programming Director Shane Slater, a freelance film critic based in Jamaica, focuses on highlighting independent and non-English filmmakers. Festival Manager Indira Layne has coordinated various international film festivals and co-founded Look At Us Productions, aiming to champion representation in the film industry.
Through these initiatives and leadership, HFF plays a pivotal role in enriching the cultural landscape of St. Vincent & the Grenadines and the broader Caribbean region.
