Films with: Vrana, Vlasta

Fidel

A documentary produced in Cuba celebrating the life and political career of Fidel Castro through archival footage, interviews with Castro and commentary by family, associates, former guerrilla fighters, politicians and historians. Castro is seen swimming with bodyguards in the ocean, visiting his childhood home and school, joking with his friend Nelson Mandela, meeting with Elian Gonzalez, and celebrating his birthday with the Buena Vista Social Club.

DVD 4664

Frost and fire

An introduction to maple syrup and the traditions and technology of producing maple syrup. This short film follows a team of sugarmakers in Vermont and also illustrates the biological and environmental conditions leading to the annual sap flow.

DVD 12378