16 Jun 1971
On Sugar Workers' Quarters
Documentary about the history of the bateyes, informal settlements surrounding the mills to house workers. Throughout the film, Sara Gómez recovers the political and cultural relevance of black migrants.
Lejos de la isla
Waves of our stories have washed upon these shores. Now let us share them.
Prior to Fidel Castro's reign, Cuba was open to immigration. However, once Castro proclaimed himself dictator of Cuba, one of the largest exodus recorded began, one that continues today, 47 years after the Cuban Revolution. Six central characters of the film discuss in detail their personal experiences through Operation Pedro Pan, the Freedom Flights, El Mariel, the Rafter Crisis, and the Cuban Visa Lottery.
Top Billed Cast
Jose Beltran Himself
Fidel Castro Himself (archive footage)
Yvonne M. Conde Moderator
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