The Royal Tour of the Caribbean (1966)

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The Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh undertook an official visit to the region in February 1966, as documented in this film. The destinations on this month long excursion included: British Guiana; Trinidad and Tobago; Grenada; St. Vincent; Barbados; St. Lucia; Dominica; Montserrat; Antigua; St. Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla; Tortola (Virgin Islands); the Bahamas; Jamaica. This rich and detailed Technicolor travelogue was the only film authorised by the Palace. Strict instructions were given prior to the production being given the green light, most notably that the royals could only be filmed when ‘engaged in a public function’. Unlike the more relaxed footage or interviews you might see with the royals now the film is visually very official in tone.

Director: Derek Mayne
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 28 min
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Production: BFI, COI, British Pathé
Language: English
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Royal Tour of the Caribbean about?
The Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh undertook an official visit to the region in February 1966, as documented in this film. The destinations on this month long excursion included: British Guiana; Trinidad and Tobago; Grenada; St. Vincent; Barbados; St. Lucia; Dominica; Montserrat; Antigua; St. Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla; Tortola (Virgin Islands); the Bahamas; Jamaica. This rich and detailed Technicolor travelogue was the only film authorised by the Palace. Strict instructions were given prior to the production being given the green light, most notably that the royals could only be filmed when ‘engaged in a public function’. Unlike the more relaxed footage or interviews you might see with the royals now the film is visually very official in tone.
Who directed The Royal Tour of the Caribbean?
The Royal Tour of the Caribbean was directed by Derek Mayne.
Who stars in The Royal Tour of the Caribbean?
The Royal Tour of the Caribbean stars Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, Leonard Martin.
How long is The Royal Tour of the Caribbean?
The Royal Tour of the Caribbean has a runtime of 28m (28 minutes).
What genre is The Royal Tour of the Caribbean?
The Royal Tour of the Caribbean is a Documentary film.