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TTFF/25 Gala Screening: ‘Bam Bam: The Sister Nancy Story’
Thursday, September 25, 2025 | 6:30 pm
Director present
Join us on 25 September, 2025, for Trinidad+Tobago Film Festival’s 2025 gala screening of ‘Bam Bam: The Sister Nancy Story’, directed by award-winning filmmaker Alison Duke. Share an unforgettable evening celebrating the music of Jamaican dancehall legend Sister Nancy, creator of the iconic anthem “Bam Bam.” The night begins with a cocktail reception at 6:30pm, followed by the screening at 7:30pm sharp at IMAX, One Woodbrook Place. After the film, there’ll be an engaging Q&A with the director, then rock up to our after-party from 10:00pm to 2:00am, featuring the best back-in-times reggae and dancehall tracks.
In ‘Bam Bam: The Sister Nancy Story’, Duke weaves together dynamic tour performances, rare archival footage, and candid interviews with stars such as Janelle Monáe, Young Guru, and Pete Rock to tell the story of Sister Nancy’s journey. Once denied the royalties and recognition she deserved, she persevered against the odds to become an internationally celebrated performer. Her music has transcended boundaries – resonating with reggae and hip-hop fans alike and captivating audiences across generations. The film is both a tribute to her enduring influence and a testament to the power of resilience, authenticity, and staying true to one’s art.
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The hit reggae song “Bam Bam” is considered an anthem of the genre and one of the most sampled reggae vocals of all time. The woman behind the voice, Jamaican dancehall legend Sister Nancy, was deceived for decades and denied the royalties that were rightfully hers. Despite the challenges in her path, she persevered and is an in-demand artist today, touring the world and spreading joy through her music to sold-out crowds. In Bam Bam: The Sister Nancy Story, award-winning filmmaker Alison Duke (Paid in Full, Black Community Mixtapes) mixes dynamic tour performances, insightful interviews with industry figures like Janelle Monáe, Young Guru, and Pete Rock, along with archival footage of the early dancehall scene, to create a comprehensive portrait of Sister Nancy’s enduring prominence in reggae and hip hop. Her music transcends boundaries, resonating with diverse audiences worldwide, from reggae and hip-hop enthusiasts to gamers and music lovers. Entertaining and empowering, Sister Nancy’s story proves that great music overcomes obstacles and that staying true to oneself is the key to success – both in the music industry and in life.
Film page: Bam Bam: The Sister Nancy Story