Black Island (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film
Released in 1996, Black Island is a drama film directed by Cecilia Bartolomé, running about 115 minutes.
What it’s about. The story of a friendship between two girls of different races, Susana and Rita, in Equatorial Guinea, from 1950 to 1961. Susana discovers with her friend a fascinating but troubled new world in Africa, where she comes of age and experiences love and sex.
Who’s in it. Black Island stars Alicia Bogo as Susana, Ademius Hernández as Rita, Xabier Elorriaga as Gonzalo and Isabel Mestres as Marina, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Black Island page.
If you liked it. Fans of Black Island tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Black Island (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Black Island change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Black Island?
- Black Island stars Alicia Bogo, Ademius Hernández, Xabier Elorriaga, Isabel Mestres and Carlos Cruz.
- When was Black Island released?
- Black Island was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 115 minutes.