Barrio Chino Havana (2021)

Explores the rich, but forgotten, history of the Chinese in Cuba through the stories of four elders: Pedro, Mauro, Caridad, and Georgina—and their descendants. Barrio Chino, Havana’s once-vibrant Chinatown, is one of the oldest and largest in Latin America, now turning to dust along with its history.

Director: Jalena Keane-Lee
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Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Jalena Keane-Lee

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Barrio Chino Havana about?
Explores the rich, but forgotten, history of the Chinese in Cuba through the stories of four elders: Pedro, Mauro, Caridad, and Georgina—and their descendants. Barrio Chino, Havana’s once-vibrant Chinatown, is one of the oldest and largest in Latin America, now turning to dust along with its history.
Who directed Barrio Chino Havana?
Barrio Chino Havana was directed by Jalena Keane-Lee.