Elián
A boy caught between two worlds
The story of Elián Gonzalez, a five-year-old Cuban boy plucked from the Florida Straits, and how the fight for his future changed the course of U.S.-Cuba relations. Featuring personal testimony, interviews, and a news archive, this documentary recounts Elián’s remarkable rescue on Thanksgiving Day in 1999, after his mother and 10 others fleeing Cuba perished at sea, and the custody battle between the boy’s Cuban father and his Miami-based relatives.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Elián
- Genres: Documentary
- Release Date: 2017-04-21
- Runtime: 108 minutes
- Rating: 6.5/10 (4 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Jigsaw Productions, Fine Point Films
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.285
- Languages: English, Spanish
Cast & Crew
Elián Gonzalez
as Himself
Raúl Esparza
as Narrator (voice)
Fidel Castro
as himself
Juan Miguel González Quintana
as himself
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Trailers & Clips
Elián | Documentary Trailer | 2017 Tribeca Film Festival Official Selection
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elián?▼
Elián is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 2017-04-21.
Who are the main actors in Elián?▼
The main cast includes Elián Gonzalez, Raúl Esparza, Fidel Castro, Juan Miguel González Quintana, .
Where can I watch Elián online?▼
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Is Elián based on a true story?▼
A boy caught between two worlds
What is the IMDb rating of Elián?▼
Elián has an IMDb rating of 6.5/10 based on 4 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Elián?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Elián?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Jigsaw Productions, Fine Point Films. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Elián filmed?▼
Elián was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Elián?▼
The total runtime of Elián is 108 minutes.
Is Elián suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Elián?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Elián.
Does Elián have a post-credit scene?▼
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