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Cast & Crew

Fernando Pérez
Director
Laura Cazador
Director
Sylvie Testud
As Enriqueta Faber / Enrique Faber
Antonio Buíl
As Le Maire
Mario Guerra
As Benítez
Héctor Noas
As José Ángel Garrido

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Defiant Souls tells the story of Enrique Faber, a young Swiss doctor who arrives in Cuba in 1819 searching for his son who has been kidnapped by his aunt. While investigating, Enrique opens a medical clinic where he treats black people and slaves, earning him great success and admiration. However, his accomplishments and marriage to a beautiful young outcast from the area spark jealousy among the locals. One night, three men attack him, discovering that Enrique is actually a woman. Based on a true story, Defiant Souls explores themes of identity, prejudice, and resilience in a society torn apart by slavery and social injustice.

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