PRISONERS
of PARADISE

With its lush visuals and deeply emotional storytelling, Prisoners of Paradise is more than just a love story — it’s a cinematic experience shaped by a powerhouse ensemble of talent, both in front of and behind the camera.

A Stellar Cast

At the heart of Prisoners of Paradise is a cast that brings nuance, intensity, and humanity to every scene:

• Ellie Bamber stars as Lucy. Known for her roles in The Serpent, Les Misérables (BBC), and Nocturnal Animals, Bamber brings vulnerability and strength to a character caught between worlds.
• Mehdi Dehbi plays Krishna. He rose to international attention in Netflix’s Messiah and has appeared in A Most Wanted Man and The Other Son, bringing a quiet power to every performance.
• Rhona Mitra (Underworld: Rise of the Lycans, Sweet Home Alabama, The Last Ship) brings a commanding presence to the ensemble.
• Rupert Penry-Jones, known for Spooks (MI-5), Whitechapel, and The Strain, delivers depth and gravitas to his role.
• JJ Feild has appeared in Austenland, Captain America: The First Avenger, and TURN: Washington’s Spies, bringing a charming intensity to his performances.
• Amy Beth Hayes, seen in Mr Selfridge and Black Mirror, adds poise and complexity.
• Edward Akrout (Genius, The Hollow Crown) and Emilio Iglesias round out the cast with layered, captivating roles.

Visionary Direction & Writing

The film is helmed by acclaimed director Mitch Jenkins, whose visual storytelling breathes life into the haunting beauty of 1920s Mauritius.
The screenplay, crafted by Alan Govinden and Jason Wingard, weaves historical complexity, romance, and tragedy into a singular narrative of resilience and forbidden love.

A Powerful Team Behind the Scenes

Prisoners of Paradise is produced by Alan Govinden and Maria Govinden, with executive production by Paula Crickard and Julia Govinden, all of whom helped shepherd the film from vision to reality.

• Editing by Chris Gill and Colin Goudie ensures every frame moves with purpose and poetry.
• Cinematographer Stuart Howell captures the island’s duality — its surface beauty and its hidden darkness — in sweeping, unforgettable images.
• Academy Award-winner Nina Hartstone leads the sound department, creating an immersive atmosphere that envelops the audience.
• Composer Sturdivant Adams delivers a score that pulses with emotion, echoing the heartbeat of Lucy and Krishna’s love story.

Together, this extraordinary team has crafted a film that is as visually striking as it is emotionally resonant — a tale of love, power, and the human spirit set against one of the most stunning backdrops imaginable.

Stay tuned for more behind-the-scenes stories and exclusive insights as Prisoners of Paradise approaches its release.