Gino McKoy
Gino McKoy | |
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 Gino McKoy on the set of Lumina | |
| Born | Gino Justin Hudson McKoy December 28, 1980 |
| Occupations | Film director, film producer, screenwriter, singer, songwriter, record producer |
| Years active | 2006–present |
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| Origin | Toronto, Canada |
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Gino Justin Hudson McKoy (born 1980) is a Trinidadian-born Canadian film director, screenwriter, singer, and songwriter. He is known for directing Little Mizz Innocent (2015), Lumina (2024), and Revolutionary (2025).[1]
Early life and education
Gino McKoy was born in Trinidad to Hudson and Lynda McKoy. He was raised in Canada and grew up surrounded by music and business.[2][1] In his childhood, he became interested in science fiction.[3]
Career
Music
In 2006, McKoy released "Soca Warriors Anthem" for 2006 FIFA World Cup which partly references the chorus of "Road to Italy," a 1989 hit soca song by SuperBlue, associated with the Strike Squad team.[4] Another song, "West Indies Forever", which was produced by him in 2004, was played at the inaugural ceremony of 2007 Cricket World Cup.[5] During his music career, McKoy was affiliated with Bertelsmann Music Group.[6]
In 2010, McKoy released his debut album, Step Forward, which was produced by David Kershenbaum after original collaborator Nick Blagona fell ill.[7]
In 2019, McKoy released the single "Everything to Me", which was co-written by Hudson McKoy and featured on the soundtrack of his sci-fi horror comedy film Lumina.
Film
In 2015, McKoy wrote the script for Little Mizz Innocent, a film starring Olga Kurylenko.[8][9] The film follows a UN interpreter entangled in a conflict between the FBI and a criminal organization.[10][8]
In 2020, McKoy was credited with building a 50,000-square-foot soundstage in Morocco, considered the largest interior film set constructed in Africa.[11]
In 2024, McKoy wrote, directed, and produced the science fiction film Lumina.[12] He also handled the visual effects and performed several songs featured in the soundtrack.[1] In March 2023, the film was acquired by Porter+Craig Film and Media.[13]
McKoy is also collaborating with Michael Sloan to produce a new film, Spidersweb, set to begin shooting in the summer of the following year.[14] The film will be filmed in Morocco.
Alongside his music and film work, McKoy ventured into fashion by co-founding Lydgio Fashions with his mother.[7]
Discography
Filmography
References
- 1 2 3 "The fight to bring Lumina to light". Trinidad and Tobago Guardian.
- ↑ "Olga Kurylenko, Riley Keough set to work this winter".
- ↑ Ngo, Sheiresa (July 8, 2021). "Gino McKoy Tells Us About His New Movie 'Lumina'".
- 1 2 "Sing Along With the Soca Warriors". New York Times. June 12, 2006.
- 1 2 Bateman, Anthony; Bale, John (2008). Sporting Sounds: Relationships Between Sport and Music. Taylor & Francis. p. 232. ISBN 9781134067459.
- ↑ Bukszpan, Daniel. "'Rocketman' is winning rave reviews, but don't expect Elton John to make a huge comeback". CNBC.
- 1 2 "T&T-born director delves into sci-fi with Lumina". www.guardian.co.tt. Retrieved 2025-06-19.
- 1 2 Kay, Jeremy. "Olga Kurylenko to star in 'Little Mizz Innocent'". Screen Daily.
- 1 2 Frater, Patrick (May 16, 2015). "Cannes: Xavier Gens Readies Female Action Thriller 'Little Mizz Innocent' (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety.
- ↑ Kay, Jeremy. "Goldove in distributor talks on 'Little Mizz Innocent'". Screen Daily.
- ↑ Blood, San-dra L. "Gino McKoy returns home with bold vision to build T&T's film industry". www.guardian.co.tt. Retrieved 2025-10-22.
- ↑ "A Journey into Lumina with Gino McKoy". CGMagazine. June 26, 2021.
- ↑ Flam, Charna (March 15, 2023). "Porter+Craig Film and Media to Release 'Lumina' Starring Eric Roberts This Summer". Variety.
- ↑ "Cinéma: Les productions étrangères reprennent à Marrakech". L'Économiste. February 28, 2021.
- 1 2 3 "Gino McKoy Albums and Discography". AllMusic.
- ↑ Bukszpan, Daniel. "Game of Thrones fans are angry about the final season – and the franchise could suffer for it". CNBC.