Canvey - The Promised Island

Canvey - The Promised Island (2018)


  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release Date: 2018-01-09
  • Runtime: 0h 40min
  • Language: English
  • Production Company: Eyewitness Films
  • Production Country: United Kingdom
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Summary

After decades of rising house prices, many of the North London Hasidic Jewish community are relocating 50 miles east to the more affordable Canvey Island, Essex: a Brexit stronghold voted 'the most English place in Britain'. This film follows the reactions of the island’s Anglican and agnostic residents as they get to grips with their new neighbours. It has the potential to be a culture clash, but leaders on both sides of the sea wall are determined that good neighbourly relations will prevail. The film follows Chris Fenwick, island native and manager of rock band Dr Feelgood, as he organises a party for both communities with social integration at the top of the menu. With Anglican priest David Tudor and key Hasidic elders on side, can Chris join the new Canvey Island community together in peace and integration?

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Directing Rieta Oord Director
Production Rieta Oord Producer
Production André Singer Executive Producer