Habaneros
Originally released in 2017. Habaneros is a documentary film. directed by Julien Temple. With a runtime of 2h 20m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Synopsis
A brief history of the Cuban capital of Havana, backed by a vibrant soundtrack of son cubano, salsa, jazz, rumba, mambo and hip hop. Drawing on archive footage, animations, movie excerpts and interviews with Havana residents, eyewitnesses and experts, Habaneros runs through key moments in the city’s modern history, from the abolition of slavery at the end of the 19th century to the Spanish–American War, and from the dictatorship of General Batista to the revolution of Fidel Castro. The film concludes by wondering what the future holds. Many Havana locals are encouraged by President Obama’s relaxation of sanctions, but much uncertainty remains.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 17, 2017
8 years ago
Runtime
2h 20m
140 minutes total
User Rating
8.0/10
Excellent (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Cuba
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Essential Arts
- Polite Storm
- BBC
- Nitrate Film
- Splice Post
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Habaneros about?
A brief history of the Cuban capital of Havana, backed by a vibrant soundtrack of son cubano, salsa, jazz, rumba, mambo and hip hop. Drawing on archive footage, animations, movie excerpts and inter...
Who directed Habaneros?
Habaneros was directed by Julien Temple.
How long is Habaneros?
Habaneros has a runtime of 2 hours and 20 minutes (140 minutes total).
When was Habaneros released?
Habaneros was released on November 17, 2017 in theaters.