Movies

The Deep (1977)

Vacationers discover a sunken ship filled with gold coins and mysterious chemical substances off the coast of Bermuda in this underwater thriller based on Jaws author Peter Benchley's book of the same name. Immerse yourself in Bermuda's luminous aqua waves, brought to life with special lights, cameras, and sound equipment that allowed director Peter Yates to film nearly half the movie underwater.

When Voices Rise (2002)

Catch up on Bermudian social history in this documentary that details mid-20th-century desegregation on the island. Director Errol Williams explores the Theatre Boycott that ended segregation in movie theaters, and the Secret Document, a public statement against limited franchise and segregation. Interviews with former activists and footage of pre-equal rights Bermuda give travelers a glimpse of the island few outsiders have seen.

Rare Bird (2006)

For 300 years, the cahow, or Bermuda petrel, was believed extinct—until 1951, when a nature expedition rediscovered the bird species. Director Lucinda Spurling follows the story of the cahow in her documentary, including its supposed extinction, rediscovery, and future threats. Watch footage of this nocturnal, earth-burrowing bird for both a primer on Bermudian birding and its inspiring story.