Luminous Shadows
Documentation (43 min.)

This documentary takes the viewer on an insightful journey through Oriente, you will become acquainted with the most highly acclaimed artists of this culturally rich region who are both trained and untrained artists. Santiago de Cuba and Baracoa, (each a former capitol city), as well as Holguín, Manzanillo, and Bayamo provide the exotic backdrop featuring the Sierra Maestra mountain range, 17th Century architecture, and splendid harbor vistas.

Particularly compelling is the presence of Antonio Ferrer Cabello, a third generation artist. The 93 year old Maestro, and former director of the Bacardí Museum, speaks about the city he loves and its' "luminous shadows". As the story unfolds, the viewer will be transported to the various locations mentioned earlier and presented with a unique opportunity to visit these professional artists in their towns, homes, and studios. They discuss, on a very personal level, not only individual paintings but also their passion for their work, the struggle to find materials, as well as their inspiration and philosophical artistic outlook.

The well known musical group "La Familia Valera Miranda" supplies an original and exciting soundtrack indigenous to the region.