Esta Isla

Overview

Bebo, a teenager from a coastal Puerto Rican town, lives with his brother in a public housing complex. They fish for a living, but growing desperation drives them to illegal dealings that promise easy money. When a job goes wrong and blood is spilled, Bebo flees with Lola, a wealthy girl seeking to escape her troubled reality. As they navigate the labyrinthine mountains, they encounter remnants of a fading way of life, contrasting with the violence that follows them. As hitmen close in, Bebo must confront his choices and decide if redemption is possible, or if the sea will be their final escape. A portrait of the Puerto Rican experience that dives into the complexities of identity, resilience, and colonial legacy, the film had its world premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival, where it was honored with Best Cinematography, Best New Director, and the Jury Award. It was also nominated for the prestigious Spirit Awards, solidifying its place as one of the most celebrated Puerto Rican films.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

March 19, 2026

Original language

Spanish

Spoken languages

Spanish

Countries

Puerto Rico

Production

Experimento Lúdico

Cast

Zion Ortiz,Fabiola Brown,Xavier Morales,Teófilo Torres,Audicio Robles,Georgina Borri,Omar Iloy,Sean Ortiz,Jeniffe Fret,Bryan Minayaand 2 more

Director

Lorraine Jones,Cristian Carretero

Writer

Lorraine Jones,Cristian Carretero,Kisha Tikina Burgos

Producer

Lorraine Jones,Cristian Carretero,Valerie Steinberg,Annabelle Mullen,Francisco Cueto,Rafael Carretero

Cinematography

Cedric Cheung-Lau

Music

Alaine Emile Lacascade

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

tt36305675