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T&T LAUNCHED 'BORNFREE' pre-production of the Trilogy at
PREMEIRE POSITIVE FILMS part 2
'Positive and still here' feat. music by Shawn Storm & King K Kingdom
On the 19th of September 2019, the award-winning film production crew, of the Positive film Series, premiered part two, titled ‘Positive and still here’, in Trinidad and Tobago. The event was hosted Arita Edmund Morton of Tempo Networks, through a collaboration with the Walker Lela Foundation a Positive Film Trust and Office of the Prime Minster-National AIDS Coordinating Committee, the cordinator Dr. Ayanna Sebro, gave the closing remarks at the event, which was attended, by Minister in the Office of the Prime Minister the Honorable Ayanna Webster Roye along with her staff, waged homage. The docudrama short film, was screened to the public at a grand premiere matinee, at the National Academy of Performing Arts, Lord Kitchener Auditorium, Port of Spain, on the 19th of September, 2019.
This season of positive films were Commissioned by Lorna Hamilton Henry, before she died of complications of HIV/AIDS, in 2014. The Positive Film Series, part two was Directed by Kendall Layne, Screenplay Written by National Youth Award Nominee Michael Rochford, Director of Cinematography Sancho Francisco, Editor and Videographer Christan Abdool and Production Coordinator Kerry Bovell. The crew worked closely with Rollywood Films, Producer and Production Designer Candice Lela Rolingson, she gave the feature address, at the premiere, as she thanked financial partners, Rollywood TV Company Ltd, The Ministry of Community Development Culture and the Arts, National Lottery Control Board and the Sport and Culture Fund, and The Walker Lela Foundation.
The organizations goal is to form a financial trust, that can empower the discipline and production of a variety of films, that are geared toward nation building, with social and public health interest topics to be addressed. The Positive Films Trust, aims to enable emerging filmmakers in the creation and distribution of content, which is integral to developing our society. The social enterprise was incorporated in 2010, as the Walker Lela Foundation, with an objective to empower families, youth and communities to access public service announcements, though positive docudrama short films, designed to improve social functioning of families, by providing access to information, that can enhance the quality of life, within marginalized communities.
Since, the optimistic crew debuted part one of the Positive Film Series – Positive and Pregnant, 2010, the film’s producer/ production designer, upon her ninth year into research to create the trilogy series, applauded the commitment and dedication of her film crew, who readily conducted the initiatives that lead to the premiere of part two of the Positive Film Series trilogy, ‘Positive and still here’ 2019. The current film trails the technique of its prequel, correspondingly, with a call to action given by Lorna Henry, who advocated for sexual reproductive health awareness and prevention of mother/parent to child transmission of HIV in ‘Positive and Pregnant 2010’. Now in ‘Positive and still here’ 2019, features, a special message, by Conrad Mitchell Founder of the Persons Living with HIV-Patient Advocate Mission https://www.pamtt.org
Filmed on location Trinidad and Tobago, the docudrama’s diverse cast, stars, leading actor Red Frederick, and supporting actors Samara Lallo, Penelope Spencer, Anand Lawkaran, Mark Nottingham, Floyd Rudder, Albert Smith, Trevon Jugmohon, Akil Williams, Jean Marie Thompson, Daniel Baptiste, Benita Wilson, Zaria Layne, Jennifer Ryan, and introduces many talented actors.
This season of positive films were Commissioned by Lorna Hamilton Henry, before she died of complications of HIV/AIDS, in 2014. The Positive Film Series, part two was Directed by Kendall Layne, Screenplay Written by National Youth Award Nominee Michael Rochford, Director of Cinematography Sancho Francisco, Editor and Videographer Christan Abdool and Production Coordinator Kerry Bovell. The crew worked closely with Rollywood Films, Producer and Production Designer Candice Lela Rolingson, she gave the feature address, at the premiere, as she thanked financial partners, Rollywood TV Company Ltd, The Ministry of Community Development Culture and the Arts, National Lottery Control Board and the Sport and Culture Fund, and The Walker Lela Foundation.
The organizations goal is to form a financial trust, that can empower the discipline and production of a variety of films, that are geared toward nation building, with social and public health interest topics to be addressed. The Positive Films Trust, aims to enable emerging filmmakers in the creation and distribution of content, which is integral to developing our society. The social enterprise was incorporated in 2010, as the Walker Lela Foundation, with an objective to empower families, youth and communities to access public service announcements, though positive docudrama short films, designed to improve social functioning of families, by providing access to information, that can enhance the quality of life, within marginalized communities.
Since, the optimistic crew debuted part one of the Positive Film Series – Positive and Pregnant, 2010, the film’s producer/ production designer, upon her ninth year into research to create the trilogy series, applauded the commitment and dedication of her film crew, who readily conducted the initiatives that lead to the premiere of part two of the Positive Film Series trilogy, ‘Positive and still here’ 2019. The current film trails the technique of its prequel, correspondingly, with a call to action given by Lorna Henry, who advocated for sexual reproductive health awareness and prevention of mother/parent to child transmission of HIV in ‘Positive and Pregnant 2010’. Now in ‘Positive and still here’ 2019, features, a special message, by Conrad Mitchell Founder of the Persons Living with HIV-Patient Advocate Mission https://www.pamtt.org
Filmed on location Trinidad and Tobago, the docudrama’s diverse cast, stars, leading actor Red Frederick, and supporting actors Samara Lallo, Penelope Spencer, Anand Lawkaran, Mark Nottingham, Floyd Rudder, Albert Smith, Trevon Jugmohon, Akil Williams, Jean Marie Thompson, Daniel Baptiste, Benita Wilson, Zaria Layne, Jennifer Ryan, and introduces many talented actors.
Cast and Crew of 'Positive and still here, attended the premiere on 19.9.19 with the Honorable Ayanna Webster Roye,
and Permanent Secretary- Mr. Ramdahin congratulates the crew for completing pt 2 of the Positive Film Series.
The mini EP soundtrack to ‘Positive and still here’, published by Candice Lela ®, features Trinidadian born, United States based artiste Kareem Baptiste performing as King K Kingdom, with the tracks, ‘Risk it all’ and ‘Living my Best Life’. Moreover, the films EP soundtrack includes Jamaican Performer, Shawn Storm with ‘One Life’ written by Shawn Campbell, an inspirational single Produced by Kwashawna Records.
In the near future, the film can be viewed worldwide via Tempo Networks & App and online at www.Rollywood.TV
The film cast and crew hopes to screen the films at international film festivals, and throughout the Caribbean region, including Guyana, Jamaica and Barbados. The producers will collaborate with the National Library Information System (NALIS) in Trinidad and Tobago, to facilitate a ‘Positive Vibe Outreach Tour’ to communities and schools, hosting at least one screening per week.
The program consists an airing of the film, with a quick survey, Q&A and role-playing, during the one-hour and a half long gathering, with an audience of community networks and secondary school students.
The campaigns production designer, Candice Lela Rolingson, gave assurance that final film in this seasons Positive Film Series, the BORNFREE trilogy, promises to be even more inclusive and diverse than the sequel and, the producers are committed to competing the finale titled 'BORNFREE' - a montage of films made by youths.
The BORNFREE CAMPAIGN will begin as an emerging Film Maker Contest, a nationwide initiative, approved by the National Lottery Control Board, you are urged to stay tuned for entry requirements, rules and prizes.
The film 'BORNFREE' will become a compilation of these short film entries created by youths.
Youths may enter as many times as you wish, to express yourselves in the PERSONALISED VIDEO/FILM CONTEST, OPEN TO ALL STUDENTS- YOUTHS BETWEEN 12-21-YEARS OLD, chosen videos will be awarded prizes.
'BORNFREE' advocates for the observance of ADOLESCENT CHILD RIGHTS, and advocates for HEALTH & WELLNESS.
We are urging youngsters to send us their homemade videos, under three minutes in length, telling us in your short video. Why are you born free? Describe what is your hope for the future...
It is the producer’s intention, to continue to create these positive films, to serve as a gateway to open conversations, whereby, health educators, parents and teachers can utilize the content, as entertaining educational tool, in facilitating our right to access information, and contributing to the development of responsible and healthy young people, who are conscious of sexual reproductive health behaviors, with enlightened awareness of their rights as youths, who are able, to make manageable wellness and lifestyle choices, to overall enhance the family homeostasis and harmony among our fellow global citizens, through the Positive Film Series. SEE TRAILERS of ‘POSITIVE + STILL HERE’ visit www.walkerlelafoundation.org
The mini EP soundtrack to ‘Positive and still here’, published by Candice Lela ®, features Trinidadian born, United States based artiste Kareem Baptiste performing as King K Kingdom, with the tracks, ‘Risk it all’ and ‘Living my Best Life’. Moreover, the films EP soundtrack includes Jamaican Performer, Shawn Storm with ‘One Life’ written by Shawn Campbell, an inspirational single Produced by Kwashawna Records.
In the near future, the film can be viewed worldwide via Tempo Networks & App and online at www.Rollywood.TV
The film cast and crew hopes to screen the films at international film festivals, and throughout the Caribbean region, including Guyana, Jamaica and Barbados. The producers will collaborate with the National Library Information System (NALIS) in Trinidad and Tobago, to facilitate a ‘Positive Vibe Outreach Tour’ to communities and schools, hosting at least one screening per week.
The program consists an airing of the film, with a quick survey, Q&A and role-playing, during the one-hour and a half long gathering, with an audience of community networks and secondary school students.
The campaigns production designer, Candice Lela Rolingson, gave assurance that final film in this seasons Positive Film Series, the BORNFREE trilogy, promises to be even more inclusive and diverse than the sequel and, the producers are committed to competing the finale titled 'BORNFREE' - a montage of films made by youths.
The BORNFREE CAMPAIGN will begin as an emerging Film Maker Contest, a nationwide initiative, approved by the National Lottery Control Board, you are urged to stay tuned for entry requirements, rules and prizes.
The film 'BORNFREE' will become a compilation of these short film entries created by youths.
Youths may enter as many times as you wish, to express yourselves in the PERSONALISED VIDEO/FILM CONTEST, OPEN TO ALL STUDENTS- YOUTHS BETWEEN 12-21-YEARS OLD, chosen videos will be awarded prizes.
'BORNFREE' advocates for the observance of ADOLESCENT CHILD RIGHTS, and advocates for HEALTH & WELLNESS.
We are urging youngsters to send us their homemade videos, under three minutes in length, telling us in your short video. Why are you born free? Describe what is your hope for the future...
It is the producer’s intention, to continue to create these positive films, to serve as a gateway to open conversations, whereby, health educators, parents and teachers can utilize the content, as entertaining educational tool, in facilitating our right to access information, and contributing to the development of responsible and healthy young people, who are conscious of sexual reproductive health behaviors, with enlightened awareness of their rights as youths, who are able, to make manageable wellness and lifestyle choices, to overall enhance the family homeostasis and harmony among our fellow global citizens, through the Positive Film Series. SEE TRAILERS of ‘POSITIVE + STILL HERE’ visit www.walkerlelafoundation.org
Dear Friends and Family of the Walker Lela Foundation,
You are invited to join us on the 19th of September 2019, to be a part of the experience, dedicated to the commissioner of the Positive film Series Lorna Hamilton Henry (now deceased).
Hosting with two screenings of the Positive Film Series, part two of the short film series titled Positive and still here’.
Follow the link and fill in the info to confirm RSVP to attend the grand premiere, indicate either the morning screening and/or matinee.
Firstly, at 10am-12noon, the Grand Premiere will host over 1000 students followed by, the launch of pre-production of the trilogy, Born Free 2020, to culminate this national campaign.
The evening session will be open to the public at grand premiere matinee, at the National Academy of Performing Arts, seating from and 5:00pm, the shoe starts at 6:00pm on the 19th of September, 2019.
On the eve of Republic Day, the 23rd of September, 2019, at the National Library Information System (NALIS) will host an exhibition of art, from UK Artist Peter Rodulfo and Friends of the NGO, 1pm followed by a screening of films from the Positive Film Series, at 3pm will begin the briefing for the Positive Vibe Outreach, to Tour Trinidad and Tobago, will be formally launched on that day.
Check out "PREMIERE OF POSITIVE FILM SERIES PT2" @Eventbrite
RSVP on Facebook Events- https://www.facebook.com/events/530630944180362/
Confirm RSVP
We are grateful for your support and will follow up in the next stages, as it is our hope to discuss advance bookings for speaking opportunities for upcoming events or marketing and advertising opportunities. In the near future, we also look forward to collaborate with National Library Information System (NALIS), to be a part of our ‘Positive Vibe Outreach Tour’ to communities and schools, it is my wish to facilitate, at least one screening per week and up to four screenings per month, with your support this can be achieved.
The tour will travel to schools and communities, the program consists of a screening of the film, with a quick survey, Q&A and Role Playing during the one-hour long session, with an audience community networks, secondary school pupils, facilitated by the producer and health educator. It is imperative that we can connect with the people who these films are made for Trinidad and Tobago to the Universe.
It is our pledge at the Walker Lela Family Foundation, to contribute, to create a national social impact with these positive films. In this season we bring awareness for public health, sexual reproductive health and social issues, including the treatment and prevention of HIV as commissioned by Lorna Hamilton Henry (RIP). It is our hope that these films will continue to serve as a gateway to open conversations, and that health educators, parents and teachers can utilize the content, as entertaining educational tool, in facilitating our right to access information, and contributing to the overall development and family homeostasis of our fellow global citizens.
A Special Thank you to all our collaborators, social impact investors and the Office of the Prime Minister Sport and Culture Fund, Ministry of Community Development, Culture and Arts, National Lottery Control Board, Bmobile, ModeAlive, Celebrity Enterprise, Vault Real Estate, Rollywood TV. Company, Pricesmart, Carib Brewery, La Luna Diner, Arouca Community Council, and many others for your usual kind courtesy.
Thank you, for your usual kind courtesy. Together we aspire, together we achieve.
SEE TRAILERS POSITIVE + STILL HERE... COMING SOON!
Sincerely,
Candice Lela Rolingson PA CSW IVLP
Founder and Executive Director
The Walker Lela Foundation
You are invited to join us on the 19th of September 2019, to be a part of the experience, dedicated to the commissioner of the Positive film Series Lorna Hamilton Henry (now deceased).
Hosting with two screenings of the Positive Film Series, part two of the short film series titled Positive and still here’.
Follow the link and fill in the info to confirm RSVP to attend the grand premiere, indicate either the morning screening and/or matinee.
Firstly, at 10am-12noon, the Grand Premiere will host over 1000 students followed by, the launch of pre-production of the trilogy, Born Free 2020, to culminate this national campaign.
The evening session will be open to the public at grand premiere matinee, at the National Academy of Performing Arts, seating from and 5:00pm, the shoe starts at 6:00pm on the 19th of September, 2019.
On the eve of Republic Day, the 23rd of September, 2019, at the National Library Information System (NALIS) will host an exhibition of art, from UK Artist Peter Rodulfo and Friends of the NGO, 1pm followed by a screening of films from the Positive Film Series, at 3pm will begin the briefing for the Positive Vibe Outreach, to Tour Trinidad and Tobago, will be formally launched on that day.
Check out "PREMIERE OF POSITIVE FILM SERIES PT2" @Eventbrite
RSVP on Facebook Events- https://www.facebook.com/events/530630944180362/
Confirm RSVP
We are grateful for your support and will follow up in the next stages, as it is our hope to discuss advance bookings for speaking opportunities for upcoming events or marketing and advertising opportunities. In the near future, we also look forward to collaborate with National Library Information System (NALIS), to be a part of our ‘Positive Vibe Outreach Tour’ to communities and schools, it is my wish to facilitate, at least one screening per week and up to four screenings per month, with your support this can be achieved.
The tour will travel to schools and communities, the program consists of a screening of the film, with a quick survey, Q&A and Role Playing during the one-hour long session, with an audience community networks, secondary school pupils, facilitated by the producer and health educator. It is imperative that we can connect with the people who these films are made for Trinidad and Tobago to the Universe.
It is our pledge at the Walker Lela Family Foundation, to contribute, to create a national social impact with these positive films. In this season we bring awareness for public health, sexual reproductive health and social issues, including the treatment and prevention of HIV as commissioned by Lorna Hamilton Henry (RIP). It is our hope that these films will continue to serve as a gateway to open conversations, and that health educators, parents and teachers can utilize the content, as entertaining educational tool, in facilitating our right to access information, and contributing to the overall development and family homeostasis of our fellow global citizens.
A Special Thank you to all our collaborators, social impact investors and the Office of the Prime Minister Sport and Culture Fund, Ministry of Community Development, Culture and Arts, National Lottery Control Board, Bmobile, ModeAlive, Celebrity Enterprise, Vault Real Estate, Rollywood TV. Company, Pricesmart, Carib Brewery, La Luna Diner, Arouca Community Council, and many others for your usual kind courtesy.
Thank you, for your usual kind courtesy. Together we aspire, together we achieve.
SEE TRAILERS POSITIVE + STILL HERE... COMING SOON!
Sincerely,
Candice Lela Rolingson PA CSW IVLP
Founder and Executive Director
The Walker Lela Foundation
PREMIERING SOON ...
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The Positive Film Series is a part of a longitudinal study on the cause and effect of behavior change, citing Thompson and Lela Rolingson (2014): “positive films can influence short-term behavior change, through positive reinforcement of visual messages in media".
We are inviting individuals, corporate and government agencies to be a part of our future success, as we continue on this mission to educate through positive messages in media.
We are inviting individuals, corporate and government agencies to be a part of our future success, as we continue on this mission to educate through positive messages in media.
In 2011 we launched the "Positive Film Series" with the film Positive and Pregnant; an educational docudrama which explored the dilemma of mother to child transmission of HIV, the reality and social stigma of persons affected, and how they sought out prevention before treatment. Positive and Pregnant went on to become an award-winning production at several film festivals, globally. It also received the title of "Best Social Awareness Film" at the Trinidad and Tobago Film Festival in 2012 (ttff 2012). The film was also an official selection for the New York and Los Angeles International Film Festival and Zanzibar Film Festival in Tanzania, Africa. The content was well-received and subsequent screenings were done throughout local communities to sensitize audiences about the subject matter.
Thank you to our social impact investors.
OFFICE OF THE PRIME MINISTER SPORT AND CULTURE FUND
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FUND OUR FILM
We are presently in production for the next two films in the series -
pt2. Positive and Still Here: The Male Perspective
pt3. Born Free: The Children's Story.
We need your support to make this worthwhile venture a reality. Therefore, we are requesting the opportunity to meet with you and your team to do a presentation of the project and outline the benefits to your organisation.
CONTACT:
The High School Sexual Health Educator
Public Health Leadership Alumna
Candice Lela Rolingson
Executive Director / Founder
The Walker Lela Foundation
call: 1-868-720-7423 / 1-868-368-0884
email: walkerlelafoundation@gmail.com
pt2. Positive and Still Here: The Male Perspective
pt3. Born Free: The Children's Story.
We need your support to make this worthwhile venture a reality. Therefore, we are requesting the opportunity to meet with you and your team to do a presentation of the project and outline the benefits to your organisation.
CONTACT:
The High School Sexual Health Educator
Public Health Leadership Alumna
Candice Lela Rolingson
Executive Director / Founder
The Walker Lela Foundation
call: 1-868-720-7423 / 1-868-368-0884
email: walkerlelafoundation@gmail.com
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