This Island (2026)
Bebo, a teenager from a coastal Puerto Rican town, lives with his brother in a public housing complex. They fish for a living, but growing desperation drives them to illegal dealings that promise easy money. When a job goes wrong and blood is spilled, Bebo flees with Lola, a wealthy girl seeking to escape her troubled reality. As they navigate the labyrinthine mountains, they encounter remnants of a fading way of life, contrasting with the violence that follows them. As hitmen close in, Bebo must confront his choices and decide if redemption is possible, or if the sea will be their final escape. A portrait of the Puerto Rican experience that dives into the complexities of identity, resilience, and colonial legacy, the film had its world premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival, where it was honored with Best Cinematography, Best New Director, and the Jury Award. It was also nominated for the prestigious Spirit Awards, solidifying its place as one of the most celebrated Puerto Rican films.
Cast
- Zion Ortiz - Bebo
- Fabiola Brown - Lola
- Xavier Morales - Charlie
- Teófilo Torres - Cora
- Audicio Robles - Moreno
- Georgina Borri - Aida
- Omar Iloy - Cheo
- Sean Ortiz - Picu
- Jeniffe Fret - Anguie
- Bryan Minaya - Pito
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is This Island about?
- Bebo, a teenager from a coastal Puerto Rican town, lives with his brother in a public housing complex. They fish for a living, but growing desperation drives them to illegal dealings that promise easy money. When a job goes wrong and blood is spilled, Bebo flees with Lola, a wealthy girl seeking to escape her troubled reality. As they navigate the labyrinthine mountains, they encounter remnants of a fading way of life, contrasting with the violence that follows them. As hitmen close in, Bebo must confront his choices and decide if redemption is possible, or if the sea will be their final escape. A portrait of the Puerto Rican experience that dives into the complexities of identity, resilience, and colonial legacy, the film had its world premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival, where it was honored with Best Cinematography, Best New Director, and the Jury Award. It was also nominated for the prestigious Spirit Awards, solidifying its place as one of the most celebrated Puerto Rican films.
- Who directed This Island?
- This Island was directed by Lorraine Jones Molina, Cristian Carretero.
- Who stars in This Island?
- This Island stars Zion Ortiz, Fabiola Brown, Xavier Morales, Teófilo Torres, Audicio Robles, Georgina Borri.
- How long is This Island?
- This Island has a runtime of 1h 54m (114 minutes).
- What genre is This Island?
- This Island is a Action, Drama, Thriller film.
- Where was This Island produced?
- This Island was produced in Puerto Rico.