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12 April 2002 (Spain) moreGenre:
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The story of Cuban refugees who risked their lives in homemade rafts to reach the United States, and what life is like for those who succeed. | add synopsisAwards:
Nominated for Oscar. Another 4 wins & 1 nomination moreUser Comments:
Great documentary moreCast
(Credited cast) | Guillermo Armas | ... | Himself |
| Maria Celeste Arraras | ... | Herself (archive footage) |
| Rafael Cano | ... | Himself |
| Fidel Castro | ... | Himself (archive footage) |
 | Bill Clinton | ... | Himself (archive footage) |
| Miriam Hernández | ... | Herself |
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This is a great documentary.
If it raises a question in your minds about Cuba vs the USA, just remember that in Cuba they have guards on the beach to stop people LEAVING, whilst in the USA the guards are there to stop people ARRIVING.
Cuban 'Balseros' can return to Cuba anytime - and under the agreement with the USA they will not be prosecuted nor imprisoned.
Life is hard in all countries - including the USA. I have traveled extensively in Cuba, and few Cubans have any illusions about life in America. 'Freedom' is not their main aim - rather it is an improvement to their economic lives. They want the OPPORTUNITY to better themselves and their children.