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IMDb20091h 30m

City in Red

Ciudad en Rojo

Synopsis

A 2009 Cuban drama by Rebeca Chávez taking place in Santiago de Cuba at the beginning of revolution. In the late 1950s, the city of Santiago de Cuba was afire, the site of some of the fiercest resistance to the murderous dictatorship of Fulgencio Batista. The film's narrative unfolds over 24 hours in the lives of several youthful members of the underground as they confront their own uncertainty about the morality of armed struggle and the necessity of severing bonds that had seemed unbreakable.

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Rebeca Chávez
Original Title
Ciudad en Rojo
Spoken Languages
Spanish
Runtime
1h 30m

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Rebeca Chávez

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Rebeca Chávez

Director

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Frequently Asked Questions About City in Red

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is City in Red about?

A 2009 Cuban drama by Rebeca Chávez taking place in Santiago de Cuba at the beginning of revolution. In the late 1950s, the city of Santiago de Cuba was afire, the site of some of the fiercest resistance to the murderous dictatorship of Fulgencio Batista. The film's narrative unfolds over 24 hours in the lives of several youthful members of the underground as they confront their own uncertainty about the morality of armed struggle and the necessity of severing bonds that had seemed unbreakable.

Who directed City in Red?

City in Red was directed by Rebeca Chávez.

Who stars in City in Red?

The principal cast of City in Red includes Carlos Enrique Almirante, Yoraisi Gómez, María Teresa García, Carlos Barba Salva, Leonardo Benítez.

When was City in Red released and how long is it?

City in Red was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.