Havana Motor Club

Apr 19 2015 Not Rated 1h 20m
Documentary, Drama, Sport

Follows several of Cuba's top drag racers as they struggle to prepare their classic American cars for the first official car race since the Cuban Revolution. It tells a personal, character-driven story that tackles how Cuba's recent reforms have affected the lives of these racers and their vibrant community.

Plot

Reforms have offered opportunity in Cuba but the children of the Revolution are unsure of the best route forward. For a half-dozen drag racers, this means last-minute changes to their beloved American muscle cars, as they prepare for the first sanctioned race in Cuba since 1960. Punctuated by a lively Cuban soundtrack, Havana Motor Club offers a fascinating glimpse at the resilience and ingenuity of the competitive spirit.

Written by

Bent-Jorgen Perlmutt

Directed by

Bent-Jorgen Perlmutt

Awards

1 nomination

Scores
# of Votes
108
Average Rating
7.4 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA