Three Kings of Belize

In a small Central American country with a population of 285,000, three veteran musicians share moments of their daily lives with us.

Paul Nabor, 79 year old fisherman and legendary Garifuna composer has played the same guitar for 53 years. Even though he has forgotten most of his songs, his spirit remains strong.

Florencio Mess, a Maya harp player, spends his solitude making traditional violins, guitars and harps while he awaits his next trip outside his small village.

Creole accordionist, Wilfred Peters, is proud to have played for the Queen of England, his ineffable charm and humor is his ideal antidote for the old age.

As time goes by and progress settles in, we are reminded that nothing is eternal. Despite the lack of interest by the younger generation, these three extraordinary men offer us a glimpse of hope, freedom and humanity.

Katia Paradis

Born in Valladolid (Spain) in 1973, Katia now lives and works in Montreal (Canada) and Belize. Bachelor in Communications from l’Université du Québec à Montréal, she has been working in the field of audiovisual production since 1996. In 2002, she explores the new possibilities offered by smaller digital cameras. Three Kings of Belize is her directorial debut.