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Cuba, a People Armed

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Cuba, a People Armed

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Shot in Cuba in 1961, this documentary follows a volunteer militia brigade organized in defense of the Cuban Revolution. Joris Ivens and his crew observe military training, daily life, and collective discipline among civilian volunteers. The film emphasizes popular mobilization as a defining feature of the revolutionary state.

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Documentary

Top Cast

Serge Reggiani

Serge Reggiani

Narrator

Joris Ivens

Joris Ivens

Director

Harold Gramatges

Harold Gramatges

Original Music Composer

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Jorge Herrera

Cinematography

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Ramón F. Suárez

Cinematography

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Hélène Arnal

Editor

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Theatrical release date: December 7, 1961

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Film

Status

Released

Release

December 7, 1961

Runtime

35 min

Language

Spanish

Origin

Cuba

Budget

N/A

Revenue

N/A

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