Cuba Represent!: Cuban Arts, State Power, and the Making of New Revolutionary Cultures

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Cuban artists have increasingly critiqued government policies through various forms of expression, such as film, rap, and visual arts, addressing issues like bureaucracy and discrimination. This vibrant artistic landscape challenges the perception of Cuba as solely repressive. Sujatha Fernandes, a scholar and musician with experience in Cuba, explores how these creative outlets coexist with the country’s authoritarian cultural framework, offering insights into the complexities of artistic freedom in contemporary Cuba.