Fidel (2001)

Documentary about Fidel Castro, covering 40 years of Cuban Revolution. Rare Fidel Castro footage: he appears swimming with a bodyguard, visiting his childhood home and school, playing with ... See full summary »

Director:

Estela Bravo

Stars:

Fidel Castro, Muhammad Ali, Harry Belafonte

1 win.

Cast

Credited cast:
Fidel Castro	...	Himself
Rest of cast listed alphabetically:
Muhammad Ali	...	Himself
Harry Belafonte	...	Himself
Angela Davis	...	Herself
Elián González	...	Himself
Nelson Mandela	...	Himself
Ted Turner	...	Himself
Vlasta Vrana	...	Narrator (voice)
Alice Walker	...	Herself

Storyline

Documentary about Fidel Castro, covering 40 years of Cuban Revolution. Rare Fidel Castro footage: he appears swimming with a bodyguard, visiting his childhood home and school, playing with his friend Nelson Mandela, meeting kid Elián Gonzalez, and celebrating his birthday with the Buena Vista Social Club group.

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Plot Keywords:

fidel castro | cuban | one word title | assassination attempt | archive footage | 

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Genres:

Documentary | Biography

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Certificate:

Not Rated

Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

2 August 2001 (USA)

Also Known As:

Fidel: The Untold Story

Box Office

Opening Weekend USA:

$19,320, 20 October 2002, Limited Release

Gross USA:

$117,481, 30 March 2003

Company Credits

Production Co:

Bravo Films, Four Point Entertainment

Technical Specs

Runtime:

91 min

Sound Mix:

Stereo

Color:

Black and White Color

User Reviews

another perspective

There are so many documentaries that talk about how horrible Fidel is, all of the abuses and crimes that Fidel has committed since the Revolution, how the Cubans are so unhappy and mistreated, etc. It's easy for people in the United States to think that no one likes or admires Fidel. This documentary helps explain why he has supporters. Yes, it's a sympathetic look at Fidel and Cuba, and it makes Fidel seem charming. But, there are lots of people in the world who think he IS charming, and don't think of him as a monster. Estela Bravo isn't alone in her admiration. It's interesting to see another perspective and understand that there are two sides to every story. I'm tired of seeing everything slanted from the perspective of Cuban Americans who lost everything in Cuba and hate Fidel with a passion. I think it's healthy to have another perspective, and this film will help you understand the situation between the United States and Cuba more fully.