El brigadista

1978
7| 1h59m| en
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The Castro revolution was just consolidating its power when, in 1961, over 100,000 students were sent from their schools into the countryside to teach the peasants there how to read. Coinciding with the Bay of Pigs invasion, in this docudrama, 15-year-old Mario (Salvador Wood) has come to a tiny village in the Zapata swamps and gradually wins the villagers over to his task. At the same time, he receives an education in the realities of rural life from the hard-working peasants.

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Also starring René de la Cruz

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Reviews

Wordiezett So much average
Doomtomylo a film so unique, intoxicating and bizarre that it not only demands another viewing, but is also forgivable as a satirical comedy where the jokes eventually take the back seat.
Lidia Draper Great example of an old-fashioned, pure-at-heart escapist event movie that doesn't pretend to be anything that it's not and has boat loads of fun being its own ludicrous self.
Francene Odetta It's simply great fun, a winsome film and an occasionally over-the-top luxury fantasy that never flags.
dayle772002 Set against the backdrop of the early Cuban revolution, perfect story line. The movie paints the picture of the beginning of the Castro administration. The film should be viewed from an historical perspective. Strongly recommend that for anyone looking at this film to do so with an open mind. Painted the overall picture of life in Cuba and radical changes the revolution brought about. It portrayed the mass development of the Cuban people and gave a better appreciation for the revolution. Dealt a lot with the revolution 'propoganda' usually associated with a socialist type of government. It however highlighted the positive aspects of such a society. The main plot was the revolution's plot to educate the Cuban public, especially in rural Cuba. May appear anti-American at times, but adds to the realism of the film. Great acting and cinematography. Perfect for anyone interested in low budget foreign films, even better for Cuban enthusiasts. All round, good movie, although names and characters got confusing especially towards the end.