Blame It on Fidel!

About This Movie

So, 'Blame It on Fidel!' is this interesting little film set in the early '70s Paris, and it really gets into how a child's perspective can shape the narrative of political upheaval. You’ve got this 9-year-old girl navigating her parents’ sudden dive into radical activism, which creates a unique blend of innocence and chaos. The tone is pretty intimate, almost diary-like, with a soft yet impactful pacing that lets you absorb the nuances without feeling rushed. There’s a rawness in the performances, particularly from the young lead, that really draws you into her confusion and gradual understanding of the world around her. It’s distinctive, for sure—melding personal and political in a way that feels refreshingly authentic, without any heavy-handedness.

Set in 1970-71 ParisThemes of childhood innocenceFocus on political transformation through a familial lens