Black Godfather of Scuba
World Premiere

Black Godfather of Scuba

Special Screening
Short | United States, UK | 24 MINUTES | English
Documentary, Biography, Sports

Black Godfather of Scuba follows the extraordinary life and mission of Dr. Albert Jose "Doc" Jones, co-founder of the National Association of Black Scuba Divers. After diving at the wreck of the Henrietta Marie, the first lost slave ship ever to be recovered, he dedicated himself to finding and recovering the remains of others, and to making sure those lost souls would never be forgotten.


Cast & Credits
Director
Matt Kay
Producer
Andrew Carver
Cinematographer
Josh Ausley
Editor
Xanna Ward Dixon
Executive Producer
John Skipper
Gary Hoenig
Stanley Nelson
Smriti Keshari
Cast
Dr. Albert Jose "Doc" Jones
Jay Haigler


Want the Festival experience year round? Become a Tribeca Member for access to film & TV premieres and curated experiences. Learn More



*No ticket? No problem! Join the Rush Line at the venue.
We frequently accommodate attendees from the rush line, and a significant number of rush line guest are admitted before showtime as unused seats become available. Rush Tickets are the same price as advance tickets and are payable upon entry.