Habana Shakes

A unique and intimate portrait of young Cuba.

Habana Shakes takes us on a rhythm-filled odyssey spanning ten vibrant days in Havana, a pulsating island city teetering on the edge of transformation. Infused with a lyrical heart, this is not just an homage to Cuba's spirited culture but also provides an intimate window into the dynamic worlds of Cuban youth.
Through the eyes of a skater, a tattoo artist, an actor, a ballerina and an electronica DJ
we find ourselves asking: What aspirations do these young Cubans hold for their nation and future, and how might these differ from or echo the dreams and hopes of their parent’s generation?

A Short film will be screened before the feature film

They Call me Wazza

Jonathan Smit | 2024 | 9 min | New Zealand
World Premiere

They Call Me Wazza intimately captures the remarkable journey of Warren Hawke, the lovable 70-year-old surf photographer from New Zealand as he battles with health, cameras and an obsession with surf.