Why is it that since the director of the first Bahamian movie (Filthy Rich Gangster, 1996, Shirley St Theater) never went public with his political affiliations, he is ignored by not only the political establishment, but by the cultural leaders and historians as well. The same way we disrespect Sir. Randol, we ignore Jimmy Curry, who made history by writing, producing, directing, editing and even producing the soundtrack.

As a relative, I've watched him pursue and develop his film making skills, and also watched him leave the Bahamas after finding little support in our home.

Time for us to check for all those that make history, even when they are neutral and not vocal on political matters. After all: "We are all Bahamian. One family"

Right?

What was the movie about?

Curious....

Why is it that since the director of the first Bahamian movie (Filthy Rich Gangster, 1996, Shirley St Theater) never went public with his political affiliations, he is ignored by not only the political establishment, but by the cultural leaders and historians as well. The same way we disrespect Sir. Randol, we ignore Jimmy Curry, who made history by writing, producing, directing, editing and even producing the soundtrack.
As a relative, I've watched him pursue and develop his film making skills, and also watched him leave the Bahamas after finding little support in our home.
Time for us to check for all those that make history, even when they are neutral and not vocal on political matters. After all: "We are all Bahamian. One family"
Right?

never heard of the movie buey...

Why is it that since the director of the first Bahamian movie (Filthy Rich Gangster, 1996, Shirley St Theater) never went public with his political affiliations, he is ignored by not only the political establishment, but by the cultural leaders and historians as well. The same way we disrespect Sir. Randol, we ignore Jimmy Curry, who made history by writing, producing, directing, editing and even producing the soundtrack.
As a relative, I've watched him pursue and develop his film making skills, and also watched him leave the Bahamas after finding little support in our home.
Time for us to check for all those that make history, even when they are neutral and not vocal on political matters. After all: "We are all Bahamian. One family"
Right?

i agree he shouldn't be ignored...
his work and dedication should be valued...and honoured...
are you sure he is being marginalized or ignored because he refused to announce his political affiliations?
the 'arts' community here as a whole does not receive the respect it deserves....
and all the film makers i know are resigned to seeking the bulk of their financing from non-bahamian sources...

the NAGB announced a meeting to discuss the possibility of an artists' union...
perhaps the would be another good place to voice your concerns about this issue as i am sure many other artists feel and have been treated in the same manner as your relative....
there is a thread in the notices forum with the details for the meeting....

I remember the movie. It was about Bahamian gangs, gun violence, Black on Black crime, etc. Just like we disrespect Sir. Randol, we won't check for Jimmy till he's dead. If ya ain't white, or if ya ain't screaming for one political party, or if ya ain't down with the Dundas, or if ya church ain't gat no clout, and if ya ain't gat no sweetheart at ZNS, if ya ain't from Europe or another foreign land, or if ya ain't droppin ya draws for no one, if ya ain't gat the Lexus and bling and ting, ya could usually forget about getting respect in the Bahamas.

We love foreigners but not our own. I goin' to the bridge with one sign and be like the Bahamian Martin Luther King so we can wake up!

I did Internet research and found these other Jimmy Curry accomplishments:

* Produced/Directed video featuring rock star Lenny Kravitz
* Produced/Directed "Bahamian Christmas In New York"
* Wrote/Produced/Performed first Bahamian Rap/Hip Hop Record
* Wrote/Produced/Performed first Bahamian Hip Hop/Junkanoo Record
* Directed Olympic gold medalist Debbie Ferguson, in her first, and only movie appearance (in Filthy Rich Gangster)
* Executive Produced 1st (and last) Bahamian Celebrity Games (At the Queen Elizabeth Sports Center in 1996)
* etc

Jimmy Curry should upload Filthy Rich Gangster to YouTube or GoogleVideo. Or perhaps as a Torrent file to share on the web.

Who is Jimmy Curry?

I don't see the public radio, being biased against anyone all that much; except for if you are the Tribune, and you hate the PLP. Other than that, let us see what he has!

No?

Jimmy is a TV/Movie producer who spent plenty time in the US. He produced a mystery series on ZNS some time ago called "Mystery of The Granny Tales". Anyone remember that? He is the brother of Erskine Curry, a radio producer who worked at ZNS at one time.

Jimmy is a TV/Movie producer who spent plenty time in the US. He produced a mystery series on ZNS some time ago called "Mystery of The Granny Tales". Anyone remember that? He is the brother of Erskine Curry, a radio producer who worked at ZNS at one time.


Oh yea...I liked that. He had Jerome Sawyer as an actor once or twice!
Yea...he did good stuff!
:)

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Jimmy is a TV/Movie producer who spent plenty time in the US. He produced a mystery series on ZNS some time ago called "Mystery of The Granny Tales". Anyone remember that? He is the brother of Erskine Curry, a radio producer who worked at ZNS at one time.

Man mystery of the Granny Tles was the bomb! I remember that even the commercials....'fire engine whoooooooo do you know how to cook it? ROTFLMAO. Was it Jerome who did that backwards jump onto the roof of the house. ROTFLMAO shaky: :shaky: :shaky: :shaky: :shaky:
Then there was the episode that was in the swamp.... ROTFLMAO
I remember a news article (or was that in a magazine) where it said that he broke every film rule when making that series and yet it was insanely popular.
I was so upset when that stopped coming on. ZNS need to dig up them tapes....I would watch more than the news that night

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Man mystery of the Granny Tles was the bomb! I remember that even the commercials....'fire engine whoooooooo do you know how to cook it? ROTFLMAO. Was it Jerome who did that backwards jump onto the roof of the house. ROTFLMAO shaky: :shaky: :shaky: :shaky: :shaky:
Then there was the episode that was in the swamp.... ROTFLMAO
I remember a news article (or was that in a magazine) where it said that he broke every film rule when making that series and yet it was insanely popular.
I was so upset when that stopped coming on. ZNS need to dig up them tapes....I would watch more than the news that night


Das da one I remember da most. LOL...
Dat was one mean plate a fire engine I must say!
:hammer:

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Greetings family: I write you from America, where I have been in self-imposed exile for over 10 years now. I'd like to clarify a few things, and also wish you all the best for 2008 and beyond.

a) Although I am a distant relative of Erksine Curry and his brother, THEY HAD NOTHING TO DO WITH MY MOVIE. I've been told, by my father, that Erskine's father is a distant relative of course. HOWEVER, many people confuse us. The amazing thing is that when I returned to the Bahamas to shoot Filthy Rich Gangster, Erskine had a brother on Paradise Island somewhere (I think his name is Jeffard Curry) who was working on his own movie. Talk about coincidences. So folks, hopefully that clears that matter up.

b) I moved to America because I lost hope in getting support, as a Black Bahamian, from the majority of those in power who could have teamed up with me. I found that Black Bahamians often suffer from self-hatred, and this also carries over into business and politics. Bahamians would rather give a Million dollars to a foreigner than to support another Bahamian. Further, I had in-fighting in the crew and cast of Filthy Rich Gangster, and basically there were two teams that emerged: Those that were in my corner, and those in the corner of one of my cast members. Now, why people would not support the writer/director/producer/editor beats the hell out of me. I can only assume that the "black ignorant" mentality prevailed. I am not perfect, but surely, I gave my finances, heart and guts to the project. Thus here I am, in America, where, although there is a more gracious movie going audience, Black self-hatred is as alive as it is in the Bahamas.

c) Although I wrote, produced and voiced the first Bahamian Hip Hop record and first Junkanoo hip hop records, some at home have made the claim also. The truth will come out and frankly: It's not about us the artists and what we've done first, but how our products positively impact our youth, the Bahamas and the world. So if someone wants to claim that they did something before I did, that's cool. As long as they use a major portion of their subsequent finances and fame to change the world!

Now those of you that know me, realize my heart is into geo-politics, global unity, etc. So here is a quick bit of info.

Geo-political/social perspective: My research has shown that we are all one family (Black, white, Asian, etc). All from Africa, and until we are willing to admit it, Africa will continue to be destroyed, and humanity will, typically continue to vilify and destroy Afro-conscious persons and organizations. Now, does this mean that being proud of Africa should mean that we should hate anything white or European. Surely not!! However, we must admit that just as many Black people have self-hated, many whites benefit from the present Imperial system/racism, thus either remain silent or help to fatten their bank accounts.

PRESENTLY:
1) Filthy Rich Gangster is being re-released to celebrate the 12 year anniversary. See: http://www.steingigagroove.com (will be available later this year).
2) Although I produced Lenny Kravitz (was hired by Min of Tourism, etc) I stood up to a bigot in his camp and have been black balled. My feeling is that as long as I live, no money or fame will lead to my accepting "slave-like treatment". BTW: Lenny was awesome. He was a gentleman, and quite intelligent. One day I hope to work with him again, but there are, I fear, some in his camp, who work to deter him from teaming up with me again. We'll see.
3) I have several American community projects underway. They aim to empower minority and poor children, while giving children of other ethnicities the opportunity to interact with such children.
4) A few music videos and other projects are in negotiation including one with a MAJOR hit maker.
5) Taking care of my wonderful family. My wife is from the Dominican Republic (great woman) and we have three great kids (Jay J, Sahara and Computer Curry).

I'm also working on two production strategies. Approximately 50% of my projects will be commerical (with mass appeal) while 50% will be socially conscious (community minded, anti-racism, anti-gang, etc)! Thus I can balance improving the net income of my firms, with the fact that socially conscious projects are not very profitable at present!

In summary, I love the Bahamas. But I've also learned that people are people. Thus, I now have both a national perspective, but also an environmental and global one. I remain true to the dreams of JFK, MLK, Malcolm X, John Brown, Mother Theresa, etc. I know that we can, together, save the world, but must first overcome our own hatred and selfishness.

I love you all, my Bahamians (and expats). Although I have never aligned myself with any political party, I pray that they will work to save our country and our youth.

UPDATE: I hope to do some projects with youth, etc home. Anyone interested email me.

My Bahamian Inspirations: I remain inspired by Sir Randol. He and I used to chat at City School about politics, and he told me so many secrets about the real deal behind the Bahamas. He was honest, sincere and suffered so long when he wasn't given his retirement $$. It angered me to see him walking on the street and have to pick him up when he was a LEGEND and should have had 24 hour royal treatment. "We Bahamians does diss we own people dread". I am also inspired by Elisha Obed, who was tremendous. Although I 've heard that he faces various challenges today, what he accomplished in boxing expanded my horizons. T-Connection: Talk about the greatest band ever. (Sorry Herschel, you are spectacular also :) But the T-connection's music was awesome. I've tried to get to Berkley and the guys via email but haven't heard from them. Wanted to shoot a project on them. Have them email me. Ziah and I spoke awhile back about a project, but it was too $$ Ziah, work with a brother when you're ready.

There are others that I partially respect, but corruption has so tainted their reputation that I am unable to list them. But you know who they are.

I had cast members that gave their hearts to Filthy Rich Gangster also. Folks that really believed, and still believed. Sorry that I was immature and let the drama from certain people affect my ability to release Filthy Rich Gangster. It's 2008 now and I realize that on every project you'll have people who will stab you in the back. But the show must go on, and the projects should still be released.

FAMILY: I love my family. We have different spiritual/religious perspectives (my close family are primarily Jehovah's Witnesses) but my sister Joye Curry-Colebrooke, and my mom Jewel Bowe-Curry, are getting closer than ever. My father (Fred Curry, Sr.) isn't a telephone or Internet user, so we talk maybe once a year. I try my best. He's a smart man but misunderstood in the Bahamas and I think, he doesn't allow his brilliance to shine, for different reasons. I've got an older brother Fred Curry (The Duke) who works on PI. I think he's still mad at me for some immature reason. He has such potential, and when his hormones relax, he will do great things. My lil brother Julian Curry is a huge success in poetry in America. He's still mad at me too. I think I'm a bit too frank for folks, but don't really mean to hurt, just want to be open. My mother and I have grown so close over the years. Can't wait to see her again, although I'm sure she'll do her best to get me to a Witness meeting, and even baptized. :-) BTW: Some of my fondest memories are of JW friends, but my spiritual belief is that: "People are people and that God will judge not by color, finances, or religion, BUT BY YOUR DEEDS."

In life we will never please everyone, but we can at least learn to respect each other and act with civility.

I must add that there are some Bahamians who helped me greatly when I was working on FRG. Some even called me on the phone when certain incidents arose regarding some of my family members. I will keep these persons names private (no one has to know that we're cool like that) but rest assured: I HAVE NEVER FORGOTTEN!

Quick shout out to Wong's Printing, Love-FM (hi Mr. J and crew, keep strong), More-FM (the OFFICIAL Filthy Rich Gangster movie Premiere station), Curry's Motel, Bahamas Diesel, Romel, the "entire" cast of FRG, Vincent Vanderpool Wallace, Tourist News, The Guardian, Tribune writers, MD, those friends that are still at ZNS (hidden gems), the former Shirley Street Theater, and the many who donated to the FRG cause, and supported. Some folks pulled a few strings to get stories published and did other things that helped me during FRG production. And the people of Gambier that dealt with the scenes shot out there. And those that I still have to cut a check for, don't lose the faith, I am busting my boots off in America to bring home the bacon! Speaking of America, I met a wonderful Consul General named Mr. Ed Bethel who ran things in at the Consulate. He’s leaving now, but he was simply AMAZING. If he returns home, please show him some LOVE. He is a true gentleman, scholar and great human being!

Anyway, hope my frankness, honesty and statements above, in some way, encourage you all. We can learn from each other and, one day, save our world. And someone tell "we leaders ta show some love for the over the hill youth and the Bahamian artists and entrepreneurs. Stop sellin we country to international interests. DIS WE COUNTRY, this is our unique Bahamas. Not that foreigners aren't allowed, that would be such a bigoted move. But surely, the majority of the money given to foreign businesses could be invested in our own BAHAMIAN geniuses."

I've grown a great appreciation of how to treat a woman while in exile. Bahamian men, we must be more mature and treat our women better. I apologize for, in my younger years, sometimes falling victim to hormones as opposed to intellect and true love. And surely, I learned that although some of Rasta's lifestyles are medicinally questionable, their love of Africa is truly commendable. Let's not forget the straw vendors (hope they start to get actual Bahamian items :-) and those in the public sector who give quality care and professionalism. We must eliminate the often pervasive unprofessional service from our post offices, and the public sector. We must ensure that professional service is the hallmark of our country. And without a doubt, unity with other Caribbean/West Indian and South American governments will give us GLOBAL CLOUT and POWER. I beg the Bay Street boys and gals and the old UBP (behind the scenes power brokers) to UNITE with the over the hill Bahamians. Let's share our resources and love for the Bahamas, not just use the Bahamas to make $ for ourselves@!

Show some love to the cast: Giles Wells, Javon Clark, Joey (we’ll work things out), Felicity Ingraham, Mr. Pratt (big Larry), Joan Cumberbatch, Marcian Johnson, Felicity Ingraham, Hubert Ingraham, Jacinda Mireault, Samuel Alleyne and everyone else who helped make Bahamian history! If we aren’t honest with each other and supportive, how will the world ever respect us?!? Yes, I’ll end with that question. Think about it!

REMINDER: Anyone that would like me to do a webcam discussion with students, Ranfurly home, Fox Hill inmates, a non-profit, just email my manager at: Manager@SteinGigaGroove.com.

May you all have an amazing and unifying 2008 and beyond. Love always from America. Jimmy Spice Curry. Jan, 2008.

Quick post that I should have mentioned in my earlier post.

I'm really into empowering young people. They are afterall, the future of the Bahamas and the world. Yet many directors, business persons, teachers and politicians, etc DO NOT CARE about the youth, unless it's their own child or cousin.

An American colleague and I were discussing "the plight of American youth". And he also mentioned that Bahamian youth are suffering. But, my friends, youth around the world are suffering from gang violence, AIDS, etc. WHY? I find that the answers are quite simple: a) We have allowed our Bahamas to become corrupted by Western and foreign movies, songs, etc. Said songs and entertainment vehicle GLORIFY violence, Black hate, racism, ignorance, drug dealing, etc. b) Instead of only respecting those respectable segments of European and American culture and history, WE TYPICALLY try to be something that we are not. c) Parents (in Bahamas and America, etc) are TOO BUSY making money to focus on PTA meetings, teacher meetings, homework, etc.

Adults, around the world, continue to complain "these young people are so violent, etc". Yet it's the adults that have created a world (educational system, political system, etc) where these young persons rather find love in a gang than at home or in an empowering book.

So yes our kids are lost, because we are lost.

Now, compounding the issue is that even if our children are educated (COB, etc), if they don't know Bahamian Culture, African History, balanced with all we learn about Europe, etc, then THEY WILL BE LOST but EMPLOYABLE.

Well I've got to run, it's deep into 2008 and I have lots of promises to keep, people to save, and in my own life, lessons to learn. One love, One People, One World!!

And email me if anyone can put me in contact with the Bahamians responsible for buying the books and DVDs that go in our schools. I have a project that will benefit both our Bahamas, young persons and my firm. (It takes finances to keep the positive endeavors in the market.)