Lejos de la isla
"Waves of our stories have washed upon these shores. Now let us share them."
Originally released in 2007. Lejos de la isla is a documentary/music film. directed by L.E. Salas.
Starring Jose Beltran, Fidel Castro, and Yvonne M. Conde
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 25, 2007
19 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Ashé Media
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lejos de la isla about?
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 a...
Who directed Lejos de la isla?
Lejos de la isla was directed by L.E. Salas.
How long is Lejos de la isla?
Lejos de la isla has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was Lejos de la isla released?
Lejos de la isla was released on January 25, 2007 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Lejos de la isla?
The main cast of Lejos de la isla includes Jose Beltran, Fidel Castro, Yvonne M. Conde.