I Am Cuba

Overview

Four interconnected stories illuminate the struggles of Cuban citizens before the revolution. In Havana, Maria's pride is shattered when her lover learns the truth about her job. Meanwhile, Pedro, a seasoned farmer, faces the harsh reality that his cherished land is being sold off to an American corporation. A young student witnesses his peers being violently suppressed by police as they promote Castro's cause. Lastly, a peasant family finds themselves in peril as Batista's forces encroach on their lives, highlighting the widespread turmoil and desperation of the era.