ABOUT THE FILM
The Creole Pig: Haiti’s Great Loss recounts the story of a vital, resilient animal central to Haitian life for generations. Indigenous to Haiti, the Creole pig was a critical resource for peasant farmers. However, in the 1980s, an outbreak of swine flu, prompted USAID and the Haitian government to exterminate the entire population of Creole pigs. This drastic measure delivered a devastating economic blow to an already struggling nation.
The documentary explores how this mass culling accelerated Haiti’s economic decline while examining the political and social fallout. Featuring interviews with farmers, economists, educators, and political analysts, the film delves into Haiti’s history and politics to unpack the profound impact of this tragic event.
Producers
Dudley Alexis
Dudley Alexis’ mission is deeply rooted in uncovering hidden details that give meaning to the lives of those often overlooked. Through his lens, he captures the stories of individuals, revealing tales of tragedy and triumph, all while emphasizing their drive for dignity and equality in a world that frequently marginalizes them.
His artistic journey began in Miami, where he studied multimedia art in high school and college. Early in his career, he worked for Miccosukee Magazine, creating short documentaries that shed light on the First Nation Miccosukee Tribe of Florida and their intersection with the everyday lives of Miami residents. This experience laid the foundation for his subsequent work, including his first full-length documentary, “Liberty in a Soup,” (2016) exploring Soup Joumou and commemorating Haiti as the first independent Black Republic. In 2021, “Liberty in a Soup” earned recognition from Haiti’s UNESCO delegation which designated Soup Joumou as an intangible cultural heritage.
Alexis’ next documentary, “When Liberty Burns,” is an in-depth analysis of the 40th anniversary of the life and untimely death of Arthur McDuffie at the hands of Miami Dade police officers. This work earned Alexis nominations at the Suncoast Regional Emmy Awards and the Knight Made in Miami Film Award.
Imani Latifah Warren, M.A.
With an unbridled level of passion and insight, Imani Latifah Warren is a skilled connector in South Florida and an active member of the arts, culture, and education sector for two decades. As an emotionally intelligent leader and outstanding nurturer of relationships and collaborations, she has the heart of an entrepreneur fused with the sensibilities of a creative director. Imani’s thought leadership converges at the intersection of African Diaspora History, Arts Curation, and Multimedia.
Her consulting expertise revolves around Strategy, Event Production, Education, and Outreach Promotion. She has decades of experience in media (Clear Channel, Radio One, and Tribune Entertainment), museums (Historic Hampton House, Georgia Aquarium, Penn Center, Historic Preservation), and Event Design (One Night in Miami, #DoSomethingBlack, The Florida Grand Opera). Imani holds a B.A. in African Studies from Savannah State University and a Master’s in Film and Media Arts from Savannah College of Art and Design. She started Sepia Kaleidoscope in 2015, collaborating with filmmakers, musical artists, and historical preservationists across Georgia, South Carolina, Louisiana, and South Florida.
Notably, Imani's "Black Beauty as an Act of Resistance" project features the history of the Sunlight School of Beauty Culture, highlighting its role in empowering Black women. Imani is part of a new generation of leaders who are change agents, working with and for community uplift, always looking for mediums of positive progression.