Cuba, summer 1994. In the midst of Periodo Especial, thousands of Cuban rafters try to reach the United States illegally. With holidays starting, Carlos plunges into a carefree August, wandering around with his friends. Little does he know about the country's uncertain future, until one by one, neighbors and friends leave in search of a better life, friendships break apart and families split up.
Cuba, summer 1994. In the midst of Periodo Especial, thousands of Cuban rafters try to reach the United States illegally. With holidays starting, Carlos plunges into a carefree August, wandering around with his friends. Little does he know about the country's uncertain future, until one by one, neighbors and friends leave in search of a better life, friendships break apart and families split up.