Castro's Secret Reef (2016)

The Caribbean’s Last Frontier

Castro's Secret Reef (2016) poster

Cuba's enforced isolation has resulted in the unlikeliest of marine reserves: a huge, rambling archipelago known as Jardines de la Reina, or "Gardens of the Queen." Stretching around 140 miles along the southern coast of Cuba, it's one of the longest barrier reef systems in the world. Get an up-close look at Fidel Castro's diving playground, a forgotten ocean paradise unseen for half a century, and witness exotic species rarely seen elsewhere in the region. It's the lost jewel of the Caribbean, but how long can this pristine wilderness survive?

Genre: Documentary, TV Movie
Runtime: 50 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Al Lethbridge
Cinematography: John Boyle, Fionn Crow Howieson
Editing: Fionn Crow Howieson
Production: Shark Bay Films, Smithsonian Channel, Earth Touch
Country: Cuba
Language: English
Original Language: en

Themes

Birds: Flight and Migration in the Sky, The Microscopic World of Insects, Wetlands and Bird Sanctuary Peace, Nature and Wilderness, Botanical Wonders and the Plant World

Keywords

cuba, coral reef, wildlife, nature, nature documentary, marine life

More Films in Genre: Documentary, TV Movie

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Castro's Secret Reef about?
Cuba's enforced isolation has resulted in the unlikeliest of marine reserves: a huge, rambling archipelago known as Jardines de la Reina, or "Gardens of the Queen." Stretching around 140 miles along the southern coast of Cuba, it's one of the longest barrier reef systems in the world. Get an up-close look at Fidel Castro's diving playground, a forgotten ocean paradise unseen for half a century, and witness exotic species rarely seen elsewhere in the region. It's the lost jewel of the Caribbean, but how long can this pristine wilderness survive?
Who stars in Castro's Secret Reef?
Castro's Secret Reef stars David Birch.
How long is Castro's Secret Reef?
Castro's Secret Reef has a runtime of 50m (50 minutes).
What genre is Castro's Secret Reef?
Castro's Secret Reef is a Documentary, TV Movie film.
Where was Castro's Secret Reef produced?
Castro's Secret Reef was produced in Cuba.
What are the themes of Castro's Secret Reef?
The themes of Castro's Secret Reef include: Birds: Flight and Migration in the Sky, The Microscopic World of Insects, Wetlands and Bird Sanctuary Peace, Nature and Wilderness, Botanical Wonders and the Plant World.