‘Esta Isla’ Review: Richly Textured Drama Wrestles with Puerto Rico’s Troubles and Attributes from a Humanistic, On-the-Ground Perspective
Why it matters: This film offers a vital, defiant look at Puerto Rico through the eyes of its people.
- 'Esta Isla' won the John Cassavetes Award, highlighting its significant independent film recognition.
- Cristian Carretero and Lorraine Jones crafted a drama that inherently defies conventional narratives by focusing on ordinary Puerto Ricans.
- The film delves into Puerto Rico's troubles and attributes, providing a nuanced, humanistic view from within the community.
Cristian Carretero and Lorraine Jones's 'Esta Isla,' a John Cassavetes Award winner, offers a richly textured, humanistic portrayal of everyday life in Puerto Rico. The film's very existence is an act of defiance, tackling the island's struggles and attributes from an on-the-ground perspective.
