Guantanamera
1995
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Things I Left in Havana
Representation Score
5.7/10
Fair
1998
Director
Manuel Gutiérrez Aragón
Runtime
110 minutes
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Things I Left in Havana is a thoughtful exploration of memory and historical change. It succeeds by emphasizing individual experiences rather than a single historical truth, providing a nuanced view of identity during major societal shifts. The film excels in its cultural and gendered depth, using the Cuban Revolution to challenge old social orders. Elena’s role as a key driver of the narrative offers a rich perspective on female autonomy. However, the film remains limited by its reliance on traditional romantic structures, lacking perspectives on LGBTQ+ identities or non-cisgender relationships.
Category Breakdown
Does Things I Left in Havana have LGBTQ+ representation?
The film adheres to traditional assumptions about straight relationships, focusing on a love triangle between a man and a woman without any queer storylines.
How does Things I Left in Havana portray gender?
Elena plays a significant role in driving the story, contrasting her personal desires with the revolutionary duties of the men, highlighting the exploration of women's autonomy.
How racially and ethnically diverse is Things I Left in Havana?
The film examines the racial and social divisions in pre-revolutionary Havana, contrasting the Eurocentric upper class with the evolving economic conditions to critique the lingering impacts of colonialism and Spanish-Cuban relations.
How does Things I Left in Havana represent religion and culture?
The narrative critiques Western and capitalist systems through the lens of the Cuban Revolution, exploring the tension between personal loyalties and collective responsibilities in a changing society.
Does Things I Left in Havana include disability representation?
There are no prominent depictions of disabilities that significantly influence the characters' stories or the plot.
Present on Screen
- Strong exploration of gender hierarchies through Elena's role.
- Engagement with post-colonial themes and social divisions.
- Sophisticated critique of traditional Western and capitalist structures.
Limited or Absent
- Lack of LGBTQ+ representation or queer storylines.
- Absence of disability representation in character arcs.
Official Synopsis
Three sisters leave Cuba in search of a better life in Madrid. While there, they encounter, among other things, other Cuban expatriates.
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