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Improper Conduct is a 1984 documentary directed by Néstor Almendros and Orlando Jiménez Leal. The film features interviews with Cuban refugees discussing the Cuban government's policy of imprisoning homosexuals, political dissidents, and Jehovah's Witnesses in forced-labor camps known as Military Units to Aid Production (UMAP). Through personal testimonies, the documentary reveals the harsh realities faced by these marginalized groups under the regime.
Produced with support from French television Antenne 2, the film won the Best Documentary Audience Award at the 1984 San Francisco International Lesbian and Gay Film Festival. It presents a critical view of the Cuban government's oppressive practices and serves as a historical account of the struggles faced by those persecuted for their identity or beliefs.
Why Watch
- •Watch personal stories from Cuban refugees.
- •See the impact of UMAP on marginalized groups.
- •Find out about Cuba's treatment of political dissidents.
Did You Know
•The documentary won the Best Documentary Audience Award in 1984.
•It was produced with support from French television Antenne 2.
•The film discusses the imprisonment of Jehovah's Witnesses alongside homosexuals and political dissidents.
Perfect For
LGBTQ+ historyCuban politicsDocumentary enthusiasts