Chicago Sun-Times, 11/28/1997, p.31, "...There is fascination everywhere in the frames of GUATANAMERA..."
Los Angeles Times, 08/01/1997, p.F12, "...A funny and poignant comedy....The film is a heartfelt expression of a love of life and a brave acceptance not only of the inevitability but the necessity of death..."
DVD Features:
Region 1
Keep Case
Single Side - Single Layer
Full Frame - 1.33:1
Additional Release Material:
Original Theatrical Trailer
Bonus Trailers - AFTER LIFE, MABOROSI, THE CEMENT GARDEN, BITTER SUGAR
Interactive Features:
Scene Access
Interactive Menus
Text/ Photo Galleries:
New Yorker Films Profile
Filmographies - 1. Tomas Gutierrez Alea - Director
2. Juan Carlos Tabio - Director
3. Carlos Cruz - Star
4. Mirta Ibarra - Star
5. Raul Eguren - Star
6. Jorge Perugorria - Star
7. Pedro Fernandez - Star
8. Luis Alberto Garcia Novoa - Star
9. Conchita Brando - Star
After a world famous diva dies, her family must accompany the casket on an absurd journey to the funeral, accompanied by a pair of truck drivers. The truckers and the mourners inspire new love in each other. A colorful dark comedy from Cuba, equal parts romantic comedy and critique of the crumbling Communist political system.