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Vampires, Devilbirds and Spirits: Tales of the Calypso Isles

A celebration of Caribbean wildlife, Vampires, Devilbirds and Spirits: Tales of the Calypso Isles takes an entertaining look at the myths and legends of Trinidad and Tobago, and many of the creatures on which they are based. Nature plays a significant role in the country’s folklore, with narration by a local person and extensive role-play, the production interweaves these intriguing tales with impressive photography of the abundant wildlife, including infra-red footage of the elusive cave-dwelling oilbirds.

English
  • Originally Aired April 3, 1994
  • Runtime 60 minutes
  • Content Rating United States of America TV-G
  • Network BBC Two
  • Created July 10, 2010 by
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Name Type Role
Nick Upton Writer
Paul Keens-Douglas Guest Star
Nick Upton Director