Movie

Cubagua

★ 8.5(2)1987

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Good to know

Director: Michael New
Release date: 1987-02-18
Language: Spanish
Status: Released
Country: Cuba
Studio: Cubagua Cinematográfica SRL

About Cubagua

Cubagua is a 1987 movie in the Fantasy and History genres, directed by Michael New, starring Herbert Gabaldón, Sonia Darmei Lopes and Reynaldo Miravalles. It holds an average rating of 8.5/10 from 2 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Cubagua in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Based on the novel by Venezuelan writer Enrique Bernardo Núñez, the film tells the story of engineer Leiziaga discovering his historical doubles in the context of the colonization of the island of Cubagua in Venezuela. In this way, two stories are intertwined: one that takes place in the 16th century and another in the 20th century. The first story focuses on the life of the Spanish settlers who arrived in Cubagua and the exploitation of the indigenous peoples for pearl extraction; the second story, set in the 1920s, tells of Leiziaga's archaeological expedition, financed by a multinational oil company, in which he visits the island to study the ruins of the Spanish settlement, which leads him to reflect on the passage of time and the destruction caused by human exploitation, and through a game of mirrors, to realize the relationships between the past, present and future.

Cast

Herbert Gabaldón

Ingeniero Leiziaga

Sonia Darmei Lopes

Nila

Reynaldo Miravalles

Stakelum

Julio Mota

fray Dionisio

Eliseo Acosta

Oscar Berrizbetia

Rolf Clemens

Jacinto Cruz

Antonio Eduardo Dagnino

Roberto Delgado

Otilia Docaos

Roland T. Ely

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Cubagua in Mexico?+

Cubagua is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Cubagua on Netflix?+

Cubagua is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

Who stars in Cubagua?+

Cubagua stars Herbert Gabaldón, Sonia Darmei Lopes, Reynaldo Miravalles, Julio Mota and Eliseo Acosta.

When did Cubagua come out?+

Cubagua is a 1987 movie directed by Michael New.

What genre is Cubagua?+

Cubagua is Fantasy and History film.

Who directed Cubagua?+

Cubagua was directed by Michael New.