Cuba: The Forgotten Isle (2000)
3h 0min
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- Synopsis:
For five centuries Cuba has played a dramatic part on the World Stage. Cuban Government archives have released film that tells the story of this extraordinary island as never before.
Cuba's Conquistadors
This is Cuba - from it's ethnic origins to the revolution, seen through the exotic landscapes and hypnotic words of its people, capturing the dramatic events that, have created Cuba. From Christopher Columbus to Che Guevara, this is story of its remarkable citizens in their struggle for freedom and an independent voice.
Hemingway's CubaHemingway's link with Cuba is legendary. The 'Stars' came to Cuba to drink with Hemingway and enjoy the wilder side of life. Corrupt politicians, Hollywood's elite and the Mafia all thrived on the island in those heady prerevolutionry days. This is their story through the eyes of the great writer who made the island his home.
Return to Havana
Cuba has been dubbed the birth place of rhythm and dance. Born from an exotic mix of cultures, the sound of Cuba has spread much further than the island shores. Here music is not just a passion, but a way off life. Features music and interview with some of Cuba's Music legends.- Actors:
- Tata Güines, Generoso Jiménez, Che Guevara, Ernest Hemingway
- Directors:
- William Knight, Mark Ubsdell
- Producers:
- William Knight, Mark Ubsdell
- Studio:
- Electric Theatre Productions
- Genres:
- Documentary, Music & Musicals, Special Interest
