The Cuban

2020·Movie
1h 49min
68
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.4Metacritic85–Rotten Tomatoes74%58%

Where to watch

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The Cuban fingerprint

Big heart, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension3
  • Fast Pace3
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Deeply moving and wholesome

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos9
  • Wholesome8
  • Romance7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Physical Comedy1

World

Everyday modern life and family

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Acting7
  • Direction6

Style

Standout score

  • Music Centrality9
  • Music Composition8
  • Cinematography6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

When a young Afghan immigrant named Mina gets her first job in a nursing home, an unexpected friendship with Luis, a resident with dementia, reignites her love of music and changes her life forever.
Heartwarming DramaIntergenerational FriendshipMusic as ConnectionDementia AwarenessImmigrant ExperienceEmotional ResonanceCharacter-DrivenGentle Storytelling

Crew

Directed by:
Sergio Navarretta
Composed by:
Hilario Durán

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Cuban

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Where can I stream The Cuban legally?

PrimePeacockKanopyHooplaFandango at Home FreeAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsPeacock Premium+Tubi TV

The Cuban is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Peacock, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and Peacock Premium+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, and Fandango at Home Free. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Cuban worth watching?

68
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69/100 (IMDb 6.4, Rotten Tomatoes 74%, and Metacritic 85). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is The Cuban?

1 h 49 min

The Cuban runs 1 h 49 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Cuban?

Critics80
Audiences61

Not quite. Critics rate The Cuban higher (80) than audiences (61). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is The Cuban in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Canada.

In how many countries can I watch The Cuban?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Cuban in 17 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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