‘Maria and Osmey’ by Diego Arredondo

2007 | Fiction | 8 mins.
This short film tells the story of a group of Cuban children that play a baseball
game in their local neighbourhood. Osmey and Maria, together with their friends,
make a baseball using a deodorant can and some tape. During their match
several situations arise which become conflicts that are resolved in ways only
children can manage. A closer inspection of the game reveals the dynamics of
participation, leadership and equality. Oblivious to events outside their game, a
radio announces changes in Cuba that will one day have dramatic effects on their
lives.

Surbhi Diwan