55 Siblings

55 Siblings

1978 · 77 min · Documentary

The Antonio Maceo Brigade consists of fifty-five children of Cuban families that escaped the revolution and settled down in Miami. To the annoyance of their parents, the children developed pro-Castro ideas. This documentary follows the Brigade on its first visit to Cuba. When they meet family members and embrace old neighbours, childhood memories surface.

Directed by Jesús Díaz · Written by Jesús Díaz

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