August

Set in Cuba during the summer of 1994, this drama takes place during the período especial, a severe national crisis that led many citizens to attempt dangerous illegal voyages to the United States. The story follows a teenager named Carlos, who spends his August vacation enjoying time with friends and experiencing his first romance. While he initially experiences a carefree summer, the political instability and the departure of those around him eventually disrupt his life and surroundings.

The film was directed by Armando Capó, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Abel Arcos Soto. This production marks the third film in Capó's career, following Inertia and La certeza. The cast features Damián González Guerrero in the lead role of Carlos, alongside Alejandro Guerrero Machado, Glenda Delgado Dominguez, and Lola Amores. Produced by La Feria Producciones and Dsafía Producciones, the project was a collaboration between Costa Rica, Cuba, and France.

The movie has an 85-minute runtime. Based on audience feedback, it holds a rating of 5.7/10 on IMDb from 105 votes.