Liberty in a Soup
"Discover how a soup survives the Haitian Revolution to become a symbol of freedom."
Originally released in 2015. Liberty in a Soup is a documentary film. directed by Dudley Alexis. At just 68 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Edwidge Danticat, David Destinoble, and Karenne Cadet
Synopsis
Every New Year, and in celebration of their Independence, Haitian families gather together to feast in honor of a line of ancestors that fought for their freedom. The centerpiece of the festivity is the joumou soup—a traditional soup dating back centuries ago. The joumou soup is a concretization of war and victory, oppression and emancipation, and the deeply rooted celebratory traditions of the Haitian culture.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 5, 2015
10 years ago
Runtime
1h 8m
68 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty in a Soup about?
Every New Year, and in celebration of their Independence, Haitian families gather together to feast in honor of a line of ancestors that fought for their freedom. The centerpiece of the festivity i...
Who directed Liberty in a Soup?
Liberty in a Soup was directed by Dudley Alexis.
How long is Liberty in a Soup?
Liberty in a Soup has a runtime of 1 hours and 8 minutes (68 minutes total).
When was Liberty in a Soup released?
Liberty in a Soup was released on October 5, 2015 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Liberty in a Soup?
The main cast of Liberty in a Soup includes Edwidge Danticat, David Destinoble, Karenne Cadet, Wislaine Charles Cadet, Jean Claude Exulien.