Celine Grant

Content Writer, Copywriter, Screenwriter, Editor & Creative Strategist

Born and raised in New York City, Celine moved to Trinidad & Tobago, where she spent a portion of her adolescence. Her blended upbringing has provided her with a unique writing style that incorporates the grit of her home state and the vibrancy of the Caribbean. 


Articles

Pieces on art, culture, food, and entertainment

Phrasemaker •

10 TV Shows to Watch if You Like Stranger Things

The release of Part 1 of Stranger Things 5 marks the beginning of the end for the beloved Netflix series. It’s a fact that both die-hard fans and casual viewers dread. And so it makes perfect sense they would want something to fill the void. However, it may not be so simple. Stranger Things occupies a unique position in the television landscape. It’s an enticing blend of 80s nostalgia and sci-fi horror led by a lovable ragtag group of kids.


These aspects have allowed the Duffer Brothers’ show...
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Tron’s Jeff Bridges Is Reviving an Iconic Film Camera

On October 6, 2023, Academy Award-winning actor Jeff Bridges took to Instagram to announce The Widelux Revival Project. The endeavor is supported by a brand-new company, SilverBridges. The collaboration between Bridges, his wife Susan Geston Bridges, analog photography magazine SilvergrainClassics’ editor-in-chief Marwan El Mozayen, and editor Charys Schuler aims to revive the beloved actor’s all-time favorite camera, the discontinued Widelux. Bridges famously used it to document behind-the-scen...
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Calabash Garden: A Place to Root for

With new liming spots popping up frequently, it can be difficult to choose the ideal place to unwind after an exhausting work week or the perfect venue to make unforgettable memories with friends. That’s where Calabash Garden comes in. Tucked away on 48 Tragerete Rd. in Port of Spain this blink and you’ll miss it restaurant and private event space is the definition of a hidden gem. However, reservations are always required to gain access to this oasis.

On Your Mark, Get Set, Go On Set

What's the secret to any successful television series? Who will tell the stories of tomorrow? How do we create quality programming that stands the test of time? These are all questions that desperately need answers. That's why on March 10 Trinidad and Tobago Film Company Limited (FILMTT) launched On Set: A Script to Screen Production. The joint partnership between TTT, FILMTT, and ExporTT invited writers from all backgrounds to get the chance to write and develop a five-episode family-friendly series for five months.
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Get Ready to Mix Things Up with Mixx Tings

With Trinidad and Tobago’s entertainment industry back up and running, it isn’t hard to find a party to attend. There’s always a soca fete, deep house rave, or afrobeat party popping up. However, with so many options, deciding where the next pump is can be difficult. So, why be forced to choose when you can have it all? Mixx Tings promises to cater to your every desire, whether you’re in the mood for afrobeat, house, soca, hip hop, or even dancehall. In preparation for their final instalment of the summer, we delve into what makes this event a breath of fresh air.
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The History of House of Party

House of Party is one of the newest event committees in Trinidad and Tobago. Taking inspiration from the party film Project X the committee aims to cater to patrons who aren’t afraid to go to the extreme when it comes to a night out. House of Party has made waves with functions such as wine tasting event Fine Wine, Tobago house party Wii Island, and bonfire at Chaquacabana resort. However, their biggest ongoing event is Ibiza Fridaze.
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Unravel the Mystery of PROJECT XIV: GOODBYE JAVA

It seemed like a perfectly ordinary Sunday evening on August 7. That is until around 8 PM when numerous tweets saying “PROJECT XIV: GOODBYE JAVA” began circulating on Trini Twitter. With no explanation as to why or even prior indication that this was happening, many were left in a state of confusion. Was this the result of a mass hacking? Perhaps one big inside joke? CARIB VOXX sought to get to the bottom of this.

Music, TV, & Film Reviews

Mostly bite-sized musings 

Phrasemaker •

Wicked: For Good Could’ve Been an Email

An addendum, an epilogue, an end credits scene, or a footnote, Wicked: For Good could’ve been anything but a full-length feature film. A year after the cultural phenomenon that was Wicked comes the long-awaited conclusion. You’ll have to accept my condolences; this film was pronounced dead on arrival. 


Cynthia Erivo’s (Elphaba the Wicked Witch of the West) and Ariana Grande’s (Glinda the Good) intense chemistry and unwavering commitment to the material remain the only source of stability in a...
The Trove •

Album Analysis: Olivia Dean Teaches Us The Art of Loving

The London-based neo-soul singer-songwriter Olivia Dean released her sophomore album on September 26, 2025. Over the course of 34 minutes, Dean’s delicate vocals and jazzy instrumentation guide you through intimacy, heartbreak, and new beginnings. This is The Art of Loving.The album opener, “The Art of Loving,” doubles as the title track. It’s a gentle melody that eases you into the record’s subject matter. Dean, accompanied by a piano and soft strings, croons about the mechanics of love. It’s a...
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Album Analysis: Joshua Burnside Grapples with Time, Fatherhood, and Mortality on Teeth of Time

Irish singer-songwriter Joshua Burnside stands at the nexus of the old and the new. His sound blends traditional Irish folk music and electronica. Known for his deeply layered lyricism and haunting production, Burnside’s latest album, Teeth of Time, released on February 28, 2025, is no different.The titular track “Teeth of Time/Mountain” opens with a smooth-talking salesman spouting the advantages of purchasing a waterbed. A once hot commodity, now a relic lost to time. A force Burnside views as...
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Album Analysis: Dijon’s Baby is a Boundless and Beautiful Storm

Dijon’s second album, Baby, was released on August 15, 2025. Prior to its release there were whispers amongst die-hard fans that something was brewing. At long last news of the follow-up to his debut album, Absolutely, came. There was no fanfare, no promotional tour, just an Instagram post the week before: “Baby out 1 week,” followed by a thumbs-up emoji. A simple statement for an album that’s anything but.That dichotomy runs throughout the record. Baby is sonically abrasive but lyrically tender...
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Album Analysis: On Everybody Scream Florence and the Machine Conjures a World Where Fame Is Divine and Death Is Delicious

Indie rock band Florence and the Machine fittingly released their sixth album, Everybody Scream, on October 31, 2025. Considering the band’s decade-spanning mythos, motifs, and musicality, it’s a bit surprising their first Halloween release came so late in their discography. Florence Welch has cultivated an extravagant mythology for herself as a performer. Over the course of her illustrious career, she’s transcended the role of a mere singer-songwriter. Florence’s musical persona has evolved int...
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Adults: A Lesson in Staying the Course

“Trust the process.” “Rome wasn’t built in a day.” “It gets better.” All platitudes I fervently muttered to myself. My hands clasped, slowly rocking back and forth as sweat beaded down my forehead. Those words became my mantra. More than that, a prayer. I was crying out to someone, something, anything to deliver me from the hell that was the first two episodes of FX’s latest comedy series, Adults. By some stroke of luck, nay, divine intervention. My cries were heard. I was Moses, and the third e...
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Weapons: The First Step on the Road to Reclaiming My Cinephile Badge

And we’re off to the races. I started this journey with one of my most anticipated watches, spooky or otherwise. I’m not alone in my excitement for Weapons. Zach Cregger made a huge splash with Barbarian, and film fanatics have been waiting with bated breath to see what he does next. Tack on the rumor that everyone’s favorite horror filmmaker, Jordan Peele, fired his team for losing the bidding war for the film, and the hype has now a taken on a life of its own. Still I tried, to the best of my...
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Him: A 90-Minute Nike Ad From Hell

I had high hopes for Justin Tipping’s Him, but man oh man did it turn out to be a whole lot of nothing. Tyriq Withers and Marlon Wayans work well here as protégé Cameron Cade and mentor Isaiah White, respectively. As a matter of fact, they’re the only things that work in this. Wayans delivers an exemplary performance as an aging star quarterback. He’s able to be maniacal without being cartoonish, stoic but not boring, and volatile whilst still hitting the emotional beats. If you’re having doubts...
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Together: Exposure Therapy for Someone With a Fear of Commitment

Together is the little body horror that could. Not because of any logistical or financial reasons but solely from a narrative standpoint. Co-dependency is a concept that lends itself more to a melodrama or a psychological thriller rather than a body horror flick. That is if you’re incapable of stretching your imagination. And boy did we stretch, and tear, and slice. But we had to slog through a wobbly preamble and clunky monologues before getting to the real meat of the metaphor.Together’s first...
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Arts Not Charts Awards Nominations 2025

Welcome one and all to the Arts Not Charts Awards. As the name suggests, the Arts Not Charts Awards strive to emphasize artists and/or projects that slip under the radar. 50% of nominees are considered to be underrated/unknown. The Arts Not Charts Awards utilize ranked choice voting, and in an unprecedented move, you get to see those rankings.This year’s eligibility period ranged from Oct 1, 2024 - Nov 10, 2025. Without further ado, here are the nominations.One image says it all. The nominees fo...
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The Sandman Season Two: Not a Nightmare but Far From a Dream

Oh, how the mighty have fallen. I have fond memories of season one of Netflix’s fantasy drama The Sandman. Or do I? It was all so long ago. Similarly, this season will fade from my mind, not because of time but simply because it was unmemorable.It’s a shame, really. Excellent performances from Tom Sturridge, Kirby Howell-Baptiste, Esmé Creed-Miles, and a few guest stars (more on that later) are set to mind-numbingly dull material that doesn’t serve them. It’s almost impressive how a story chock-...

You’ll Want to Sink Your Teeth Into Part II of Interview with the Vampire

Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire is quintessential vampiric media. It’s everything gothic horror fans crave. Dark, sexy, and alluring. Showrunner Rolin Jones has crafted a tale that’s Shakespearean in nature but never comes off as a pale imitation or, more often than not, a parody. Season one’s shocking finale left those unfamiliar with The Vampire Chronicles (the novels the series is based on) curious about the direction the story was headed. No longer in the overbearing Lestat’s orbit, who are Louis and Claudia without him?

“Emilia Perez” 2024

“Bingo.”

I did my best to tune out the chatter and went into "Emilia Perez" with an open heart and open mind. I’ll be honest, I liked the beginning. "El Alegato" was a good number, and I’ll stand by it! However, everything that followed is indefensible. Here’s the kicker: This movie is bad; there’s no denying it, but the first act spins right back around to so bad it’s good territory. The pitchy vocals lull you into a false sense of security that you can’t help but think you may end up enjoying yourself after all. At least ironically, anyway. However, the melodrama ramps up and you’re trapped for two hours.

"A Murder at the End of the World"

Nothing new or insightful is offered in the messaging of Brit Marling and Zal Batmanglij’s latest collaboration. A disappointing departure from the poignant and cult classic “The OA.” “A Murder at the End of the World” tugs at something interesting with the bit about algorithms being reflections of societal ills, but there's just so much to juggle that it becomes an afterthought. Ultimately, we're left with AI. Scary! Billionaires? Bad! Climate change? It's happening, I guess.

"Challengers" (2024)

Female gaze, male gaze, meet the homosexual gaze. ”Challengers” is a sleek and sexy menage à trois. Telling a story of this nature from a nonlinear perspective is a puzzling choice, but oddly enough, it works. An inspired setup for an electrifying final 10 minutes. The camerawork can be a bit overzealous, but the big swings that do land are incredible. The score is another matter entirely. It may take a moment to warm up to the circuit party in Ibiza Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross successfully evoked, but once you do you’ll be better for it. However, you’ll wish they turned down the volume just a tad.

“Gladiator II” (2024)

Those saying Paul Mescal can’t carry a blockbuster are unfortunately conflating acting ability with subpar material. He did the best he could with what he was given. Which, similar to Russell Crowe in the first installment, was very little. Sir Ridley Scott keeps his leads on a tight leash. They must abandon complexities and opt into a one-note performance. You are an uber-masculine action hero after all! The supporting cast? Well, the world is their oyster. Denzel Washington is the most flamboyant he’s ever been. And every bit as suave and tenacious.

"The Bear" Season 3

This season of “The Bear” is highly experimental. The first episode is a 35-minute mood piece. If that doesn't tell you that plot development is going to be on the back burner, I don't know what will. The narrative doesn’t slow down; it grinds to a screeching halt.
Showrunners Christopher Storer and Joanna Calo chart a course for the philosophical realm with the season exploring the impact the culinary arts have on the mind, body, and spirit. How does food act as a conduit for our desires? Our fears? What does it mean to nurture? How do we recognize and ultimately stop perpetuating the cycle of abuse?

The technical elements remain excellent. A range of editing and cinematography techniques inspired by countless food and travel documentaries. Not every big swing lands, but you can’t help but applaud the willingness to take them.

"Mary & George"

Watching the Villiers' ascension is exhilarating. However, Mary & George truly peaks when depicting the fall. Tony Curran gives one of my favorite performances of the year. He breathes new life into already beautifully written dialogue. Julianne Moore is a close second with her portrayal of the callous and calculating Mary.

On the flip side, Nicholas Galitzine was perfectly cast for the first half of the series, but not the second. I would've preferred a grittier, more seasoned performance as the character aged. I can't get the score out of my head. Bravo, Oliver Coates; you've done it again!

"Shōgun"

In “Shōgun”, words are as deadly as a sword. A spellbinding tale supported by quietly powerful performances. Despite the intricate planning and careful maneuvering the outcome of this game has long been decided. In the midst of political intrigue, romance, betrayal, and the looming threat of war, “Shōgun” offers poignant meditations on death.
Nearly all outlooks on the great unknown are explored. From morbid fascination, indifference, peaceful acceptance, and melancholy yearning. The finality doesn't only apply to corporal quietus but also to ego death. “Shōgun” yields notes on altruism and a deep understanding of the bigger picture.

"Sometimes I Think About Dying" (2024)

An introspective look at an introvert confined to the monotony of a desk job whose only escape is suicidal ideation. As bleak as the premise is, it still manages to be quite charming. Even in the midst of the most mundane corporate schmoozing, there exists an opportunity for genuine human connection. Rachel Lambert does a phenomenal job of capturing that spark in the dark. All in all, it's a quaint and quiet contemplation set to Dabney Morris' dreamy score.

Song of the Week

Unfortunately for you, I suffer from "I put you on" syndrome. So allow me to do just that.

Ad Campaigns

Copywriting, content writing, concepts, creative strategies, and commercial scripts

Legends of the Underworld

Hey Legends, we messed up, and we need your help to fix it. In an attempt to perfect our latest spooky pre-workout formula, we accidentally opened a portal to the Underworld and unleashed creatures hell-bent on killing your gains. So down that shake, take that last set to failure, and get ready to show these impostors who the real Legends are.

GHOST X Universal Orlando Halloween Horror Nights

This year, Ghost has its own haunted house at Universal Orlando's legendary Halloween Horror Nights. The event's cult following, coupled with integrated product storytelling, will boost brand visibility. The bold, immersive experience will allow Ghost to tap into a new demographic and foster brand loyalty. Securing an installation at the event comes with exclusive merchandise and themed food, which means more opportunities for product interaction.

GHOST X M&M'S

This isn't a trick. Ghost and M&M's have joined forces to create a limited-edition protein powder. With M&M's inclusions in every sip, it's finally possible to hit your macros this Halloween.

Closed eyes and pursed lips. There's no doubt Warheads is extremely sour, but it also makes you extremely kissable. Who needs a breath mint when you can just pop and pucker?

Screenplays

Pilots and a feature

TAROT

LET THE CARDS DECIDE

2024 TSL Free Screenplay Contest Quarterfinalist

In a cutthroat world of tarot card magic, four cartomancers join forces to recover the Arc, a powerful relic, but they quickly find themselves amidst a war between two families and two planes of reality.

Werecountry (Coming Soon)

ALL WERES GO TO HELL

A young girl on the run finds herself entangled with a pack of werewolves. Together, they traverse the American countryside while the nation is on the brink of civil war.

A Death in the Family

HOME IS WHERE THE HEART IS


Haunted by her mother's death, a woman begins to question the circumstances surrounding her demise whilst struggling to maintain a grip on reality.

Creative Writing

Monologues and video game treatments

OLOĞUN

Edited the treatment for the survival-adventure game Oloǧun