Gareth Cobran
JamaicaartistMale9.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Gareth Cobran is the founder and curator of the Skylark Film Festival, an event dedicated to showcasing local filmmakers and their works. Under his leadership, the festival has grown to include multiple days of screenings, masterclasses, and tributes to prominent figures in the Jamaican film industry, such as actor Paul Campbell. Cobran is passionate about promoting Jamaican culture through film and advocates for increased support from sponsors to further develop the arts in Jamaica.
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Gareth Cobran is the founder of the Skylark Film Festival, now rebranded as the Negril Universal Film Festival.
It’s now the Negril Universal Film Festival - Skylark Film Festival founder Gareth Cobran talks new name, what’s on screen this year | EntertainmentJamaica· 2026-09-13
Gareth Cobran is the founder of the Negril Universal Film Festival and has rebranded the annual cultural event he started.
It’s now the Negril Universal Film Festival | EntertainmentJamaica· 2026-09-13Gareth Cobran is the festival’s curator and founder who aims to spotlight local filmmakers.
Skylark Film Festival adds additional day | EntertainmentJamaica· 2025-10-01
