The Lost Son of Havana

Nan
1h 42m
2009
7 /10 (1)

Overview

After 46 years in exile, former major league baseball star Luis Tiant returns to Cuba, where he encounters unexpected demons and receives unexpected gifts from his family.

Country : Cuba, United States of America
Languages : English, Español
Released Date: 2009-08-01

Top Billed Cast

Carlton Fisk

Self

Luis Tiant

Self

Carl Yastrzemski

Self

Peter Gammons

Self

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