Description:

Despite significant social change in Cuba, Blacks continue to be ostracized and subjugated by a colonial outlook. In 1995, a group of creative young people founded the Rap Festival; since then, the government has taken control of the Hip Hop movement, undermining its intentions. This is the story of struggle within a struggle waged by Black youths trying to maintain their voice and control the product of their culture and creativity. Q&A

In association with the Hip Hop Association
Community Collaborators: hiphopradio.net; Poetess Media

About the Director:

Born in Havana, Cuba, filmmaker Ricardo Bacallao graduated from the Instituto Superior de Arte (ISA, as a Director of TV, Radio and Film.