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The Cuban Theory of the Perfect Society

Directed by Ricardo Figueredo
Cuba
2020
61 mins

Experience a night full of Cuban filmmaking excellence. This edition of the Cuban Cinema Series presents La Teoría de la Sociedad Perfecta (The Theory of the Perfect Society), a documentary by Ricardo Figueredo, and the fiction short film Alberto from Raúl Prado.

The Cuban Theory of the Perfect Society explores, through several insightful chapters, the absurd notion of creating the so-called “New Man” and the tragic consequences that have routinely accompanied the Castro dictatorship’s social experiments for the long-suffering people of Cuba. 

Alberto tells the story of a young man who leaves Cuba during the Mariel exodus and, upon returning twelve years later, discovers a devastating family secret resulting from the violent acts of repudiation inflicted upon those who sought to escape Castro's regime.

This presentation is in Spanish with English subtitles.

As parking is limited at this venue, we recommend ride-sharing or carpooling.

Tickets

Friday June 267pm

Koubek Center

  • Year
    2020
  • Country
    Cuba
  • Language
    Spanish
  • Director
    Ricardo Figueredo
  • Genre
    Documentary
  • Theme
    Cuban Cinema Series

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