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201785 minPGdocumentary

Embargo

201785 minPGdocumentary

A chance encounter with Fidel Castro prompts an American woman to investigate the complex relationship between the United States and Cuba over 50 years.

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A chance encounter with Fidel Castro prompts an American woman to investigate the complex relationship between the United States and Cuba over 50 years.

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An American woman meets Fidel Castro during a visit to Cuba. This encounter prompts her to investigate the complex relationship between the United States and Cuba over the past fifty years. The film covers significant events and policies that shaped the two nations' interactions. It features personal stories and historical context, revealing the often hidden aspects of U.S.-Cuban foreign relations. The documentary runs for 85 minutes and was released in 2017.

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