Viva Cuba Libre: Rap Is War (2013): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2013, Viva Cuba Libre: Rap Is War is a documentary film directed by Jesse Acevedo, running about 78 minutes.

What it’s about. The fire of revolution has spread to Cuba! Director Jesse Acevedo risked his own freedom; using hidden camera methods, he brings viewers inside the brewing Cuban revolution. Those filmed are at risk, even now, of imprisonment but through the courage of those willing to speak out we see the new Cuba rising to the beat of Los Aldeanos. In a small town outside Havana two young brothers, are beaten and arrested in their own home and sentenced to 5 years imprisonment for listening to rappers Los Aldeanos, banned by the government. We follow the intermingled stories of the Cruz brothers and the band they love. From the streets of Havana comes the sound of struggle and the voice of a new revolution - Los Aldeanos.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Viva Cuba Libre: Rap Is War has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Viva Cuba Libre: Rap Is War page.

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