A special history workshop inspired by Werner Herzog‘s outstanding 2018 documentary, Meeting Gorbachev, based on an in-depth interview with Mikhail Gorbachev, the Soviet leader who helped bring the Cold War to an end. Although not directly about Cuba, the film gives rise to questions regarding Cuba within the context of the monumental changes brought about by Perestroika and Glasnost, especially the unwillingness of the Castro regime to take the opportunity to make substantial changes for the people or to revise its political structure. In light of Gorbachev’s revealing statements, other questions arise, such as: How should we understand the promises made at the onset of the Revolutionary government? or How could Hungary feed itself and produce food for millions while Cuba, an extremely fertile land, produced practically nothing for internal consumption? After the screening, Ricardo Gil, head of our History Program, will foster a dialogue among the attendees based on free association of ideas and feelings.
This special film screening and workshop is part of our Cinema Program and our Language Access Series on Cuban History, Art, and Literature. Open to CCCNY members only.
Workshop is limited to 20 participants.
All attendees must PRE-REGISTER at info@cubanculturalcenter.org and show proof of full vaccination against COVID-19.
Private Venue
Address and directions provided upon registration
Werner Herzog is a German film director, screenwriter, author, actor, and opera director, regarded as a pioneer of New German Cinema.
His films often feature ambitious protagonists with impossible dreams, people with unique talents in obscure fields, or individuals in conflict with nature. He is known for his unique filmmaking process, such as disregarding storyboards, emphasizing improvisation, and placing the cast and crew into similar situations as characters in his films. He has
produced, written, and directed more than sixty feature films and documentaries.
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This event is supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council.
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