Dreaming of Julia (Cuba Libre) (2004)

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In March, 1958, Cuba goes dark as Castro's rebels destroy the power plants. Amid eruptions of violence and neighbor turning on neighbor, life for an 11-year-old boy still holds infatuations, mischief, celebrations and heartache. Upon his father's immigration to America, he is protected by his… More In March, 1958, Cuba goes dark as Castro's rebels destroy the power plants. Amid eruptions of violence and neighbor turning on neighbor, life for an 11-year-old boy still holds infatuations, mischief, celebrations and heartache. Upon his father's immigration to America, he is protected by his grandfather Che, who brokers deals with both factions to afford the family safety, and devoted grandmother Beta, whose love of movies provides a refuge in fantasy.

Rating, Runtime: Unrated, 1 hr. 49 min.
Directed By: Juan Gerard
Written By: Letvia Arza-Goderich, Juan Gerard
Genres: Drama, Comedy

In Theaters: Mar 23, 2004 Limited
On DVD: Apr 18, 2006
Studio: Inferno Distribution

Critic Reviews

Jon Popick, Planet Sick-Boy
Reminded me a lot of Cinema Paradiso...only much blander.
Connie Ogle, Miami Herald
A lively, nostalgic blend of Cinema Paradiso and Hope and Glory.

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