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201613 minPGdoc-short

10.0/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Nighthouse

201613 minPGdoc-short

10.0/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Thirteen minutes of vivid imagery capture the streets of Havana, reflecting the raw narratives of its inhabitants through torn celluloid.

“HAVANA: WONDER CITY OF THE WORLD”

Genres

Culture,

History

Director

Marcel Beltrán

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Synopsis

Thirteen minutes of vivid imagery capture the streets of Havana, reflecting the raw narratives of its inhabitants through torn celluloid.

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Marcel Beltrándirector

Mauricio Beltránwriter

Marcel Beltránwriter

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Synopsis

Mauricio Beltrán walks through the vibrant streets of Havana, sharing stories that reflect the city's rich history. Directed by Marcel Beltrán Fernández, "Nighthouse" captures the emotional narratives of Havana's inhabitants through raw, ripped celluloid processed at Phil Hoffman's Film Farm. The film presents a personal view of the struggles and experiences of those living in the city, weaving together imagery and storytelling that connect deeply with Havana's cultural identity. At 13 minutes, it offers a brief yet impactful look at life in this iconic location.

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See the vibrant streets of Havana.
Meet the people behind Havana's stories.
Find out how film processing affects storytelling.

Did You Know

The film is directed by Marcel Beltrán Fernández.
The documentary has a runtime of 13 minutes.
It was processed at Phil Hoffman's Film Farm.
The film is in Spanish.

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Cuban culture enthusiastsDocumentary loversFilm processing fans

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Who directed the documentary Nighthouse?

Nighthouse was directed by Marcel Beltrán Fernández.

What is the duration of the documentary Nighthouse?

Nighthouse has a duration of 13 minutes.

In which language is Nighthouse primarily presented?

Nighthouse is primarily presented in Spanish.

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