Lejos de la isla (2007)

overview : 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.

Release Date : Jan 25, 2007

Runtime : 1h 30m

Genre : Documentary  Music  

Companies : Ashé Media

Countries : United States of America

Keywords : cuba, visa, exile, cuban, rafter