The Heroes of the Massacre River is a powerful documentary that chronicles the stories of the pioneers behind the construction of the historic Canal of Ouanaminthe, a project that united Haitians across the nation and the diaspora. This film celebrates the groundbreaking efforts of key figures, centering on Dr. Bertrhude Albert, Dr. Naismy-Mary Fleurant, architect Wideline Pierre, economist Etzer Emile as well as dedicated canal workers Milourie Sylfrard, Theodore Johnson and Joseph Pressoir — all guided by the investigative journey of Max Angie Clervil. It also serves as a commentary on the complexity of colonialism and borders, tracing the role that the Massacre River continues to play in the history of Ayiti.
Cast
Crew
Valiérie Alcide
Logistics Coordinator
Widjinie
Logistics Coordinator
Angie Bell
Logistics Coordinator, Consulting Producer
Samuel Dameus
Director, Executive Producer
Joseph Corventong
Director of Photography
Danielle Marcellus
Assistant Production Coordinator
Atizan International
Production Coordinator
Richard Compère
Camera Operator, Drone Operator
Dave Fanfan
Camera Operator
ChartVisuals
VFX Artist
Emmanuel Pierre
Original Music Composer, Consulting Producer
Vox Sambou
Music
Jacky Janvier
Consulting Producer
Jonathan Denard
Consulting Producer
Jean Luc Bell
Travel Coordinator
Kervin Andre Akomicsart
Art Designer