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6.4 / 10(17 votes)IMDb196416mCuba

I'm Going to Santiago

Iré a Santiago

Synopsis

This black-and-white film is a loving portrait of Santiago de Cuba and its people. It provides a view of Cuba as a picturesque country, the product of an earthy mix of black and criollo cultures. The film uses historical images which portray the end of the eighteenth century when Haitian slave owners fled with their slaves to Cuba after the Haitian Revolution.

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Release History & Theatrical Window

World Premiere

Kino Arsenal Berlin

Festival / Special Debut

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Sara Gómez
Screenplay & Story
Sara Gómez
Original Title
Iré a Santiago
Country of Origin
Cuba
Spoken Languages
Spanish
Runtime
16m
Production Studios
ICAIC

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Sara Gómez

Screenplay & Story

Sara Gómez

Director of Photography

Mario García Joya

Film Editing

Roberto Bravo

Producers

Fernando Pi

Department Leadership Roster

Sara Gómez

Sara Gómez

Director

Sara Gómez

Sara Gómez

Writer

Fernando Pi

Producer

Mario García Joya

Director of Photography

Roberto Bravo

Editor

Official cinematic photography and background stills for I'm Going to Santiago.

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Frequently Asked Questions About I'm Going to Santiago

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

What is I'm Going to Santiago about?

This black-and-white film is a loving portrait of Santiago de Cuba and its people. It provides a view of Cuba as a picturesque country, the product of an earthy mix of black and criollo cultures. The film uses historical images which portray the end of the eighteenth century when Haitian slave owners fled with their slaves to Cuba after the Haitian Revolution.

Who directed I'm Going to Santiago?

I'm Going to Santiago was directed by Sara Gómez.

Who stars in I'm Going to Santiago?

The principal cast of I'm Going to Santiago includes Victoria Nápoles.

When was I'm Going to Santiago released and how long is it?

I'm Going to Santiago was released in 1964 with a total runtime of 16m.