(82 min.), 2006
a film by Emilia Menocal and Jauretsi Saizarbitoria In Spanish with English subtitles.
Set in the streets of Alamar, East of Havana is a documentary tracing the experience of young Cuban hip-hoppers organizing a rap festival. Following three Cubans hip hop artists, the story recounts the struggles they encounter with repression and censorship. The 8th Floor is pleased to welcome director Jauretsi Saizarbitoria for this special event. Saizarbitoria will introduce the film and participate in a Q & A following the screening.

Cuban director Gerardo Chijona presents his latest film, which tells the story of Eucine, a teenager who runs away from her father’s sexual abuse and meets Alejandro. Together, they travel in search of a paradise that will change their lives. Ticket to Paradise was featured at the 2011 Sundance Film Festival.

Directed by Havana-born Lester Hamlet and based on the classic Cuban play The Old House by Abelardo Estorino, this film tells the story of Esteban, who returns home after a 14-year absence when he learns of the imminent death of his father.

Cuban director Gerardo Chijona presents his latest film, which tells the story of Eucine, a teenager who runs away from her father’s sexual abuse and meets Alejandro. Together, they travel in search of a paradise that will change their lives. Ticket to Paradise was featured at the 2011 Sundance Film Festival.

Directed by Havana-born Lester Hamlet and based on the classic Cuban play The Old House by Abelardo Estorino, this film tells the story of Esteban, who returns home after a 14-year absence when he learns of the imminent death of his father.