The Power of Community: How Cuba Survived Peak Oil

2006

53 min Documentary 8.5 7 likes

When the Soviet Union collapsed in 1990, Cuba's economy went into a tailspin. With imports of oil cut by more than half – and food by 80 percent – people were desperate. This film tells of the hardships and struggles as well as the community and creativity of the Cuban people during this difficult time.

Director:

Faith Morgan

Writers:

Faith Morgan, Eugene 'Pat' Murphy, Megan Quinn

Awards:

1 win

Production:

N/A

Country:

United States

Cast