The internet is abuzz with the trailer of the soon to be released local film Protection Game.The trailer, which is now on YouTube, has received positive comments and excitement is in the air.
The Mahadeo Shivraj production is expected to hit theaters in Guyana towards the end of May. The movie is dedicated to Guyana’s 50th Independence anniversary and is quite an achievement in the performing arts.
Filmed entirely in Georgetown, the movie, which features a multi ethnic cast, was the first to be filmed in the Georgetown Magistrate’s Court and the Supreme Court.
In the Somnauth Narine film, the father, played by Shivraj, must decide whether to operate within the confines of the law by using the services of a high-priced lawyer, or operate outside the law. It all comes down to: How far will a father go to protect his son?
In this murder mystery heightened with suspense and risqué West Indian humour, love, devotion, and adherence to law, the storyline has garnered a high-profile cast.
Apart from Shivraj, the other actors include: Ron Robinson, who plays the Defense Lawyer; Michael Ignatius as Ravi; Chronicle’s Akash Persaud, who acts as prosecutor Baldeo; businessman Roshan Khan, who plays the Judge Gadwah; renowned actress Margaret Lawrence; well-known playwright Godfrey Naughton; Max Massiah; and Nirmala Narine.