Lucía

Three strong women in three pivotal moments in Cuban history. Lucía is a masterpiece of Cuban cinema that portrays the social and political experiences of Cuban women as the country undergoes drastic changes – seen through their eyes with love, humour and sensuality. Lucía 1895, an aristocrat, becomes caught up in the promises, loves, and betrayals of Cuban independence. Middle-class Lucía 1932 finds love crossed by the corruption of state politics and the banality of the Cuban bourgeoisie. And Lucía 1961, a worker in the field, is a true child of the revolution who rises against her husband’s traditional patriarchal rule in the face of the new world. Elegant, humane and visually striking, Lucía remains a vital, deeply felt exploration of history and a masterful study of female experience across generations.

Restored by Cineteca di Bologna in association with ICAIC at L’Immagine Ritrovata laboratory. Restoration funded by Turner Classic Movies and The Film Foundation’s World Cinema Project. Special thanks to Bundesarchiv.

14/6(Sun): Film talk with Bryan Chang