Lázaro and the Shark: Cuba Under the Surface (2022, Cuba)

1 hour 16 mins

Filmmaker William Sabourin O’Reilly and Professor Ted Henken in conversation
In partnership with Centro Cultural Cubano de Nueva York

As Carnival season approaches in Santiago de Cuba, Lázaro, a relatively new Conga leader and young father, orchestrates an elaborate performance working with his community to build a float, sew costumes, and choreograph dances. Will he be able to lead his band to victory over the well-established Conga band led by The Shark? The documentary follows the two men on their pursuit for victory, as Carnival offers a celebratory respite for a community dealing with poverty and political repression.